Irmas/Leftpoint Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the table for the next stretch.

Right off the bat, I’ve gotta be straight with you – this is a tough run. We’re looking at a long, dry spell before anything even worth paddling out for. For the next week and a half, the conditions are pretty much a write-off at Irmas/Leftpoint. We’ve got fresh cross and cross-onshore winds blowing into a decent-sized but messy swell, and the water temp is sitting at a normal 81° for this time of year, so at least you won’t be cold while you’re getting worked. The combined energy is strong – hitting up to 2887 (moderate to strong wave energy) on Sunday the 6th – but with that wind, it’s just a lumpy, choppy mess. You’ll see days with 7 ft to 8 ft of swell from the ENE, but with a period of 12 seconds, it’s got some power. Problem is, that cross-shore wind is ruining any chance of a clean face. It’s not worth your time until we get a big shift.

We’ve got a solid gap here – nothing really worth shouting about until we hit Saturday the 19th of September. That’s the first true standout. The morning of the 19th, things go glassy. Flat calm. A light 3 ft swell from the SSW with a very long period of 15 seconds – that’s groundswell, folks. For a reef setup like Irmas/Leftpoint, that long period will wrap in nicely and hold shape. The combined energy is still decent at 482 (moderate). This is the window. It’s not huge, but it’ll be clean and rideable. The only thing is, this spot can get crowds sometimes, so don’t expect to have it to yourself.

Then Sunday the 20th morning, another glassy spell with 4 ft from the east at an 8-second period. It’s a shorter period, so it’ll be a bit more crumbly, but clean conditions can save almost anything. The energy is 409 (moderate). A solid morning session for anyone who’s been waiting.

Wind stays light through the 21st, but we’re losing size and the wind swings a bit onshore. Still, with a few glassy mornings earlier in the week, that’s your pick.

Overall, this forecast is a long waiting game. The first week and a half is a total no-go. Don’t bother. Hold out for the 19th and 20th – that’s when it turns on. It’s not huge, but clean and lined up is better than big and blown out.

Stay patient, and keep an eye on the sky.

Rusty.

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