Inamura Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Inamura Point.

To be straight with you, the next week and a half is a bit of a write-off. We’ve got a long stretch of nothing but tiny, weak swells and poor conditions. From the 30th of August right through until the 5th of September, the swell is barely a whisper, often under 2ft, and the winds are all over the place – onshore, cross-shore, you name it. The combined wave energy is pathetic, often in the 20s and 30s. It’s a frustrating wait, but hang in there.

The first real sign of life shows up on the morning of Sunday, the 6th of September. We see a pulse of 4ft swell from the south, with a period of 14 seconds – that’s proper groundswell energy. The wind is fresh offshore from the north, so the lineup will be clean. The energy jumps to 491 (moderate), and by the afternoon it’s up to 525. It’s still a bit marginal, but it’s the first time we’ve got something to work with.

Now, the standout window is Monday, the 7th of September. The morning is looking the best of the whole run. The swell builds to 4ft from the south, with a 14-second period, and we have a moderate offshore breeze from the north-northeast. That’s going to produce clean, well-shaped waves at Inamura Point. The combined energy is 638 (moderate), and while the swell is a bit on the bigger side for beginners, it’s a solid, surfable size for anyone with some experience. The afternoon stays clean, but the wind shifts more cross-offshore, so make the most of the morning.

The good energy doesn’t stop there. Tuesday the 8th holds 4ft from the south, but the wind is lighter and more cross-off, so it’s a bit less clean. Wednesday the 9th is a step down in quality. But then we get another cracker on Thursday the 10th of September. The morning brings 4ft from the south-southeast, with a 12-second period, and a gentle cross-offshore breeze. The energy is 518 (moderate), and the conditions are flagged as very good. Friday the 11th morning also looks promising, with 4ft from the south, 13-second period, and near-calm winds. The energy is 543 (moderate). The afternoon gets chopped up, so again, dawn patrol is your friend.

After that, it tails off quickly. By the 12th and 13th, we’re back to smaller, weaker swells and less clean conditions.

So, the call is: Monday the 7th of September morning is the best on offer, with Thursday the 10th and Friday the 11th mornings as solid back-up options. The water temp is a touch warmer than normal at 82°F, which is nice for the first session. Inamura Point is an advanced reef break, and it can get crowded, so expect some company when the swell kicks in. The optimum swell direction is from the south, and that’s exactly what we’re getting. It’s been a long wait, but there’s a couple of good windows to make it count.

Rusty.

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