Horace Caldwell Pier Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – this 16-day stretch for Horace Caldwell Pier is a long, flat, and frustrating one. The forecast is a total wipeout for any decent surf. It’s a tough run, but sometimes that’s just how it goes.

We’re looking at a solid 16 days with no real surf to speak of. The whole period is a write-off for any kind of quality wave. The water temp is sitting at 84°F, which is a touch warmer than average for this time of year, but it's not going to make up for the total lack of swell.

The first recommendation doesn't come until Wednesday afternoon, August 5th, and even then it’s a poor showing. The swell is a weak 2ft from the SE, with a short, weak period of 5 seconds. The combined energy is a measly 32, which is just pathetic. The wind is a moderate onshore breeze from the SE, chopping up what little bump there is.

Thursday, August 6th, through the weekend offers no improvement. The swell hovers around 2ft to 3ft, all from the SE, with periods of 5-6 seconds. The winds are onshore or cross-onshore, making it messy and choppy. The energy readings are all in the low double-digits, except for a brief moment Saturday morning (26) – it’s a total dud.

The following week is more of the same. Monday, August 11th, through the end of the period on Thursday, August 20th, sees a slight bump in size to 3ft-4ft, but the period remains short and weak (5-6 seconds). The winds are mostly onshore from the SSE or SE. The energy levels barely crack the triple digits a couple of times, hitting 108 on Thursday morning, August 13th, and 103 on Saturday afternoon, August 15th, but it’s still messy, onshore, and poor. The wave state is described as "poor surf conditions" the entire way through.

This is a beginner-friendly break, but with no real waves on offer, it’s not a beginner-friendly forecast. The consistent onshore flow and tiny, short-period swell mean the water will be lumpy and uninviting. For any surfer, this is a total washout. The whole setup looks more interesting for a kite surfer than a paddle surfer, but even then, the wind is inconsistent.

The one and only spot in the guidance is Horace Caldwell Pier, a beach/pier break. It's fairly consistent but with this forecast, it's not breaking. The optimum swell direction is SE, which is what we’re getting, but the size, period, and wind are all wrong.

There are no standouts, no quality windows, nothing to get excited about. It’s a 16-day flat spell. Stay home, clean your gear, and wait for a better forecast. I'm keeping an eye on it, but it doesn't look good.
Rusty

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