Hullets Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line.

We’ve got one spot on the radar, and honestly, this run is a bit of a mixed bag. The first few days look pretty grim with onshore winds messing things up, but there are some real windows of opportunity later on if you’re patient. The water is sitting at 61°, which is a massive 5° colder than normal for this time of year – that’s very unusual, so you’ll want a thick steamer.

Our only break on offer is Hullets Reef, a beginner-friendly reef break that’s fairly consistent and exposed to the swell. The best direction for it is from the SE.

The first real chance of anything decent is Friday morning, September 11th. It’s cloudy with a light offshore breeze from the SW at 6 mph, bringing in a 6 ft SW swell with a long 13-second period. The wave energy is strong (1259). The wind is light and off, so expect clean conditions, but the water feels like ice. That Friday afternoon? Forget it – the wind swings ESE and goes cross-on, chopping things up.

Saturday and Sunday are a write-off. Strong cross-onshore winds, blown-out surf, and for Sunday, we’re talking near-gale force winds from the east. Not worth paddling out.

Now, mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 15th. That morning looks magic. We’ve got glassy conditions – no wind at all from the NW – with a solid 6 ft SW groundswell (10-second period). The energy is moderate (1182), and it’s going to be super clean. That afternoon holds up nicely with cross-off winds and 6 ft SW swell. This is the standout of the whole period. Clean, lined-up waves, and because it's a reef, that long-period swell should peel nicely.

Thursday, September 17th afternoon is another highlight for the experienced crew. A 5 ft SW swell with moderate offshore wind from the SW at 16 mph. Clean and punchy. The wave energy is moderate (1723). This one’s for the guys who can handle a bit of power.

Friday, September 18th afternoon is also worth a mention. Clean with a 8 ft SSW swell and a gentle cross-off breeze. Strong energy (1696), and excellent conditions for experienced surfers. This is a solid option.

Sunday, September 20th morning brings glassy conditions again – zero wind from the WNW – with a 6 ft SW swell at a 13-second period. The energy is strong (1607). This could be another beautiful session if the forecast holds, but it’s a week and a half out, so keep an eye on it.

There’s another couple of days on Friday, September 25th afternoon with good offshore wind and a clean 5 ft E swell, but it’s smaller. Then Saturday, September 26th morning has a big 10 ft SW swell but with fresh cross-off winds – one for the experts only, as that size is well into serious territory.

The long and short of it: Tuesday the 15th and Thursday the 17th are your best bets. Clean, consistent, and proper waves. The rest of the time, you’re fighting the wind or the cold. But we’ve got enough good windows here to keep the stoke alive. Forecasts can change, and it tends not to stay poor for long.

Stay frosty.
Rusty

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