Hullets Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here with a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks. We’ve only got one spot firing in the window, so I’m going to shine the light on Hullets Reef. This is a reef setup that’s pretty consistent and handles a decent amount of swell, so let’s get into it.

We start off the run on Wednesday the 9th of September. The morning shows a clean 3ft of swell from the southwest with an 11-second period and a light cross-offshore breeze. The water is sitting at 59°, which is a massive 7° colder than normal for this time of year – that's very unusual, so layer up if you’re heading out. The combined swell energy is moderate (400). It’s a small, clean wave perfect for a beginner session. The afternoon turns poor as the wind swings cross-on, so make the most of the early hours.

Thursday the 10th starts with a bit more size at 4ft and still a clean cross-off wind, but a fresh breeze is blowing. The real standout of the day, and probably the whole week, is Thursday afternoon. We get a solid 7ft swell from the southwest with a 15-second period, paired with a moderate offshore wind. The energy jumps to strong (2169). This is excellent surf for experienced surfers – that long-period groundswell will wrap in beautifully on the reef, offering proper shape and power. Keep in mind it might be a bit much for beginners at that size.

Friday the 11th keeps the fun rolling with 6ft in the morning, clean and cross-off, with moderate energy (1196). The afternoon picks up again but gets a bit messy with a cross-shore wind. Saturday the 12th and Sunday the 13th are write-offs – strong cross-onshore winds and lumpy conditions ruin what would otherwise be a solid swell. Monday the 14th is also tricky, with onshore wind and a shorter-period ESE swell.

We get a nice reset on Tuesday the 15th of September. The morning has 5ft from the east with a light cross-off breeze – very clean, and energy is moderate (796). The afternoon offers the same size but from the southwest, also clean. Both sessions look solid for a fun, relaxed surf.

Now, the serious highlight of the whole outlook lands on Wednesday the 16th. The morning gets you a 8ft southwest swell with a very long 16-second period and a clean offshore wind. Energy is very strong (3128). Then the afternoon is even bigger: 12ft, 15-second period, clean, with a gentle cross-off breeze and energy at 5936. That is a powerful, long-period groundswell – perfect for the reef, but definitely expert-only territory at that size. The shape will be incredible, with long, clean walls.

Thursday the 17th keeps the quality high with 10ft in the morning and 8ft in the afternoon, both clean with offshore winds. A fantastic run for anyone with the skill to handle it.

Things fade after that. Friday the 18th gets sloppy, and the rest of the weekend and into the start of the following week is blown out by strong cross-onshore winds. There’s a brief glimmer on the 20th with a fresh offshore wind and some solid 10ft swell, but the forecast is marginal due to rain showers and strong winds.

The final uncrowded highlight comes on Thursday the 24th of September. Morning has 6ft from the southwest, almost glassy with a slight air, and energy at 1356. The afternoon bumps up to 7ft with a gentle cross-off breeze – both are excellent for experienced surfers and will be clean and lined up.

So, the best bets on offer are Thursday afternoon the 10th for that first proper pulse, and the entire day of Wednesday the 16th for a real standout, heavy swell. Also keep your eye on Thursday the 24th for a cleaner, slightly smaller session. Crowds are said to be occasional at this reef, so you might get some company on the peak.

Rusty.

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