Injidup Carpark Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. We’ve got a solid run of south-west groundswell heading our way, but the wind is going to be the main player this week. The first few days are a write-off with strong cross and cross-onshore winds, but there are some absolute gems tucked away later if you’re patient. The water is sitting at 67°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year—nice little bonus.

Alright, let’s talk Injidup Carpark (reef break). It’s inconsistent and a beginner-friendly spot, but don’t let that fool you—when it lines up, it’s magic. Sunday the 9th is a no-go: 16 ft of SW swell (16-second period, very long groundswell) but with strong 16 mph cross-on winds from the WSW and choppy conditions, it’s a mess. That huge combined energy of 12163 is just blown out. Same story Monday: 15 ft to 16 ft SW swell but with near gale-force winds, not worth it.

Tuesday the 11th is where things start looking interesting. A solid 18 ft SW swell (16-second period) rolling in with a combined energy of 14678—that’s strong wave energy. The wind is cross-shore at 19 mph, so it’s lumpy, but it’s the first day where the surf is actually rideable. Still, it’s marginal, so I’d say it’s one for experienced surfers only on the bigger sets.

Now, Wednesday the 12th drops off a bit—12 ft SW swell (14 seconds) with light cross-onshore winds. The energy is still moderate at 5735, but those wind ripples and chop spoil it. Skip it.

Thursday the 13th is the first standout. Glassy conditions in the morning—3 mph wind from the N, dead flat water. The swell is a clean 12 ft from the SW with a very long period of 16 seconds (combined energy 6702). That long period groundswell is perfect for this reef, offering well-shaped waves with good gaps between sets. It’s only for expert surfers at that size, but if you’ve got the skills, it’s going to be a beautiful session with no crowds likely. The morning glass is the pick.

Friday the 14th is another solid day. Morning has clean 12 ft SW swell (16 seconds) with a 9 mph cross-offshore from the ENE—makes for clean faces. The afternoon goes glassy again with a light 3 mph NE wind and 10 ft swell (15 seconds). Both sessions have excellent conditions for experienced surfers, but the morning has a bit more push.

Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th are a mess—winds pick up again from the N and NNW, gusting to 22 mph, with lumpy cross-chop. The swell drops to 7 ft–8 ft, but the wind is just too strong. Not worth it.

Monday the 17th is the second standout. We get an 18 ft WSW swell (16-second period) with offshore winds from the W at 9 mph—clean conditions with a combined energy of 15273. That’s strong, powerful groundswell. The wind direction is perfect for this reef, and the long-period energy will push in clean lines. This is big—only for experts—but if you’re on it, it’s going to be an epic session.

Tuesday the 18th through Wednesday the 19th get smashed by strong cross-onshore winds again. Even with 13 ft to 18 ft WSW swell, it’s messy and blown out. Thursday the 20th is marginal with onshore winds and 13 ft swell—pass.

Friday the 21st is another no-go, with near gale-force cross-shore winds.

Saturday the 22nd is the third standout. The wind finally plays ball: a moderate 16 mph offshore from the SE, clean, with 13 ft SW swell (16-second period) and a combined energy of 9308. That’s strong, well-ordered groundswell. The offshore breeze will keep the faces clean, and the long period will bring in powerful, well-shaped waves. This is for experienced surfers, but it’s a ripper day.

Sunday the 23rd and Monday the 24th fade nicely. Sunday afternoon has 12 ft SW swell (15 seconds) with a light 6 mph cross-offshore from the S—clean and excellent. Monday afternoon goes glassy with 8 ft SW swell (14-second period), light NNW wind, and clean conditions. Those last few days are the payoff for the rough start.

Best options overall: Thursday 13th morning (glassy 12 ft groundswell), Monday 17th (big, clean 18 ft offshore swell), and Saturday 22nd (clean 13 ft with offshore winds). Get on it.

Rusty.

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