Higgins Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s have a look at what’s coming up for Higgins Beach.

Honestly, mate, the next 16 days are a bit of a tough stretch. There are long gaps where there’s really nothing worth getting wet for. The first week, the swell is tiny and a lot of the time the wind isn’t playing ball. It’s not until Thursday afternoon, the 3rd of September, that we finally see a pulse of energy that might get you interested.

That Thursday afternoon, the southeastern swell bumps up to head-high at 6 ft, with a short period of 6 seconds, so it’ll be a bit soft and lumpy, but it’s the biggest we’re going to get. Combined energy hits 253 (moderate), and offshore wind from the WSW will keep the faces clean. If you’re a beginner, that 6 ft might be a bit much, but for the rest of us, it’s the best we’ve got all outlook.

Unfortunately, the positive vibes don’t last. Friday is smaller at 3 ft, and by the weekend we’re back to dribbly knee-to-waist high stuff. The second week is grim – consistent swell but all of it tiny, mostly under 3 ft, with onshore winds messing it up a lot of the time.

There is a little highlight on Tuesday the 8th of September – the morning is glassy with a 2 ft southerly swell and period around 5 seconds. It’s clean and might offer a few little fun ones for a longboard, but it won't set the world on fire.

For a standout in this window, it has to be the Thursday afternoon (3rd September) at Higgins Beach. 6 ft from the southeast, clean with cross-off wind, and the only time all chart the wave comment says “expect good surf conditions”. Crowds are likely here as it’s often busy, especially when there’s a sniff of swell.

No major run of consistent swell to speak of. It’s a few days of nothing here and there, then a brief chance, then flat again. Keep an eye on the forecasts, but don't hold your breath.

Rusty.

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