Hullets Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's cookin' at Hullets Reef.

We've got a bit of a slow start, but this next week and a half has some serious potential, especially for those who can handle a bit of size. The water's sitting at 62°, which is a solid 4° cooler than usual for this time of year – you'll definitely feel that bite, so don't forget the booties if you're sensitive.

Friday the 28th afternoon is where it kicks off. We’ve got a clean 4ft swell rolling in from the south with a solid 11-second period. The wind is light offshore from the SSW, glassing it up nicely. The combined energy is a solid moderate (825), and it’s setting up for some really clean, fun waves. This is a great warm-up.

Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th are a bit of a write-off for quality, with stronger winds and only marginal conditions. You could get wet, but it won't be pretty.

Now, Monday the 31st looks better. The swell picks up to a clean 6ft from the SW with a nice 12-second period, and we’ve got offshore winds in the afternoon. The energy is a solid moderate (996 to 1003). This is a solid day for anyone intermediate and up.

But the real standout... Tuesday the 1st of September afternoon is when it gets interesting. The swell jumps to 8ft from the SW with a long 13-second period, and it's blowing clean offshore. The energy is ramping up (1771). This is a proper groundswell, and for a reef break like this, that means powerful, well-shaped lines. It's getting into expert territory on size, but the quality is excellent.

Then, if you're an experienced charger, Wednesday the 2nd of September morning is the pick of the whole forecast. We're talking a big 13ft SW groundswell with a very long 15-second period. The combined energy is a whopping 7988 – that’s serious power. The wind is a light offshore from the WSW, so it’ll be as clean as it gets. This is exceptional, heavy, expert-only surf. You'll need your big-wave gear and your wits about you.

From Wednesday afternoon and through the rest of the first week of September, things get messy. Strong winds, onshore and cross-shore, with building short-period windswell will turn it into a chop fest. Honestly, with that much wind and those 10ft+ messy waves on a reef, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing for the majority of that time.

After a bit of a lull, the second week starts to look promising again. Tuesday the 8th of September morning is a nice little reset. A clean 4ft swell, glassy offshore wind, and just a light breeze – perfect for a quiet, fun session on the reef.

Friday the 11th of September morning also looks good for a session. Clean 5ft swell with a light offshore breeze from the SSW. It won't be huge, but it'll be clean and fun.

So, to sum it up: The first few days are average, but get on it Monday the 31st for solid fun, or if you’re an expert, don't miss that Wednesday the 2nd of September morning for a true big-swell standout. The second week has some clean but smaller options for a relaxed paddle.

Rusty.

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