Inner Kom Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s comin’ for Inner Kom.

Overall, we’ve got a run of solid, powerful swell hitting this reef and point setup, but the wind is gonna be our biggest battle, especially in the first week. The wave energy is proper strong, with combined readings hitting four digits right from the start (2961). This is a pulse of very long-period groundswell—over 15 seconds at times—which is perfect for a point and reef like this, giving it shape and power. Just be aware, that kind of period can make it break a bit too straight on a beach, but here it’s a blessing.

The water temp is about average for the time of year, so nothing freaky to worry about.

The first real standout window kicks off Tuesday, 11 August. The morning sees a clean 6ft swell from the SSW with a 12-second period, and we’ve got a moderate offshore breeze from the ESE. That’s clean, lined-up surf. The afternoon gets even better.

Wednesday, 12 August afternoon is when we start cooking. The swell is 7ft from the SW, period jumps to 18 seconds, and the wind goes glassy offshore from the SE. That’s excellent surf for experienced surfers. The combined energy is a hefty 2467, so you’ll feel the power.

Thursday, 13 August is the true standout of the whole run. Morning sees 8ft from the SW with an 18-second period, clean conditions with a light breeze from the ENE. The wave energy is massive, hitting 4138. This is big, powerful, long-period groundswell. This is the one to circle. The afternoon is a bit smaller at 8ft from the WSW, still clean, but the morning is the gold.

Friday, 14 August afternoon is a special mention. The swell drops slightly to 6ft from the WSW, but the wind goes completely glassy. Zero wind. That’s a rare treat, and the sets will be clean as a whistle. Perfect for a long session.

Now, the second week gets stormy. Saturday the 15th and Sunday the 16th are messy with onshore winds, but we bounce back. Monday, 17 August morning is glassy again with a 8ft swell from the WSW. That’ll be a clean, powerful morning.

We then hit a bad stretch from Tuesday, 18 August through Thursday, 20 August with strong, lumpy cross-onshore winds and poor conditions. The swell is still there, but it’s a washing machine. Not worth paddling out.

A huge, borderline dangerous pulse arrives Saturday, 22 August. The swell is a massive 16ft from the WSW with 13–14 second periods. The combined energy is off the charts at 7603 and 9375. The wind is offshore and clean, but 16ft is for experts only. It’s massive, powerful, and not for the faint of heart.

The run ends on Sunday, 23 August with 8ft from the WSW and glassy conditions. A clean, solid way to finish the 16-day window.

So, the pick of the litter is Thursday, 13 August morning. Big, clean, and powerful. Wednesday afternoon and the glassy Friday afternoon are also top-tier. Keep your eyes on the long-range Saturday 22nd if you’re an expert, because that’s a monster.

Rusty.

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