Honkeys Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what Honkeys is throwing at us over the next couple of weeks.

First up, the water temp is sitting at a balmy 85°, which is bang on average for this time of year – no surprises there.

Honkeys is a fairly consistent reef break, exposed to the south swell. The optimum direction is from the south, so we’re looking at the right kind of swell. The problem is, for the first week, we’re getting hammered by cross-on winds. It’s frustrating because there’s plenty of energy in the water – the combined swell energy hits 1187 (moderate) on Thursday morning and even climbs to 2536 (strong) by Monday the 31st – but that wind is ruining the party. The wave state is "gentle cross-onshore and fairly choppy" or worse, making it a bit of a mess for a paddle surfer. If you’re into kiting, this setup might be way more interesting than paddling out.

The standout period is a long way off, but it looks like it’s worth waiting for. Starting Sunday, September 6th, we get a major shift. The wind goes glassy or light offshore, and the surf quality jumps right up. On Sunday the 6th morning, we’ve got a 5ft south-southeast swell with a 10-second period, glassy conditions, and the combined energy is a modest 467. The "expect good surf conditions" tag is a big thumbs up. That glassy morning is going to be clean, fun, and mellow for a beginner-friendly spot like this.

Then Monday, September 7th, is even better. The wind drops to completely calm, giving us pure glass. The swell is 4ft from the same direction, and it’s clean all day. This is the pick of the whole forecast. It’s a little bit smaller, but the conditions will be pristine.

Finally, Tuesday, September 8th looks like a sneaky gem. The swell drops to 2ft, but the period stretches out to 19 seconds – that’s very long period groundswell. The wind is glassy, and the water is flat calm. This long-period swell will wrap into the reef beautifully, but it might be a bit too straight for a beach break. At a reef like Honkeys, it’ll be a treat. The combined energy is only 543, but with those conditions, it’s all about quality over quantity.

The second week is a bit of a mixed bag. The swell tries to pick up again around the 10th, with a 5ft, 19-second swell, but the wind is back to cross-onshore, so it’s a "marginal" call. Nothing there to get too excited about.

So, the bottom line: don’t waste your time this week. The best surf on offer is that glassy spell from the 6th to the 8th of September. Mark your calendar for those days. The rest is a write-off.

Rusty.

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