Impossibles Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, this is Rusty, and I’m looking at a solid run ahead for the Impossibles (reef). This is an advanced, very consistent reef break that’s fairly exposed to the swell, with an optimum direction from the southwest. The water temp is sitting at 78°F, which is just about normal for this time of year – nothing wild there, just your usual warm bath.

Right off the bat, this is a heck of a forecast. We’ve got a long stretch of excellent conditions coming up, starting Sunday afternoon, August 16th. The swell is going to be rolling in from the SSW, with a solid 6ft, a super long period of 15 seconds, and a strong wave energy of (1599). The wind is offshore from the ESE at 12 mph, which is going to keep the surface glassy and clean. This is world-class reef stuff, but with that size and power, it’s strictly for the experienced crew.

The pattern holds strong through the week. Monday morning, August 17th, drops a little to 5ft, but still with a nice 14-second period and that same clean offshore wind. The energy eases a bit to (911), but it’s still very good. Monday afternoon stays clean with a gentle offshore breeze.

Then things really start to ramp up. Tuesday, August 18th, morning sees the swell bumping to 6ft with a 16-second period and a big jump in energy to (2883). Tuesday afternoon is even better, shifting to a SW direction at 6ft and 16 seconds. By Wednesday, August 19th, we’re looking at the standout of the whole run. Wednesday afternoon is the pick of the entire forecast: 8ft of SSW groundswell, a 17-second period, and a massive energy reading of (4093). The wind is offshore and clean. This is going to be a serious, heavy, powerful reef wave. It’s too big for beginners, and honestly, it’s only for experts who know what they’re doing. The energy is immense.

Thursday, August 20th, holds strong with 8ft SW swell in the morning and 8ft in the afternoon. The conditions stay excellent. The wave energy is still in the strong range, (3697) and (3091) respectively.

Now, Friday, August 21st, is a bit of a mixed bag. The morning drops to 5ft, and while the period is a long 18 seconds, the notes say the tide conditions might be questionable. The afternoon rebounds to 8ft, so there’s still plenty of size, but the tide might be a factor. The wind stays clean offshore.

Saturday, August 22nd, morning looks excellent again with 7ft SSW swell and a 16-second period, energy at (2463). The afternoon shifts to a cross-offshore wind, which is still clean, but the tide might make it a bit tricky.

We roll into the second week, and it’s still pumping. Sunday, August 23rd, through Monday, August 24th, keeps delivering excellent surf with 6ft to 7ft SSW swell, long periods, and clean offshore winds. The energy stays strong. Tuesday, August 25th, winds down a little to 6ft, but still very good.

Wednesday, August 26th, is a day for a rest. The swell drops to 4ft, and while the wind is offshore, the energy is low at (644). The afternoon sees a cross-offshore wind and a marginal tide call. It’s a bit of a lull.

But don’t worry, it picks right back up. Thursday, August 27th, morning has a 4ft swell but with a very long 17-second period, and the energy is back up to (1003). The afternoon is excellent again with 5ft and a 16-second period. Friday, August 28th, and Saturday, August 29th, are both looking excellent, with solid 7ft and 6ft SSW swells, clean conditions, and plenty of energy.

The final weekend, August 30th and 31st, keeps the fire burning. Sunday morning looks excellent with 6ft SW swell, but the afternoon gets a cross-offshore wind. Monday, August 31st, closes out the forecast with a bang: 7ft to 8ft SW swell, 16-second period, and strong to very strong energy readings of (2930) and (3317). The wind is offshore and clean.

The absolute standout is Wednesday afternoon, August 19th. That 8ft SSW groundswell with a 17-second period and massive energy (4093) is going to be a session to remember for the experts. The consistency here is unreal, and the offshore winds are a dream. Just remember, this is a reef break, and with that size and power, it’s not a place to learn.

Rusty.

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