Jarosite Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. We’ve got a solid run of swell on the horizon for our local patch, so let’s get straight into it. The focus is all on one spot, and it’s got plenty of action lined up.

We kick off the forecast period on Monday, August 3rd, with a clean, offshore NW wind blowing at 15 mph. The swell is a tidy 3.6 ft from the SW, but the real story is the period – a very long 15 seconds. That’s groundswell energy, and it’s pumping in a moderate 817 units of energy. This is a reef break, so that long period will wrap in beautifully, offering up some proper shaped waves. The water temp is about what you’d expect for this time of year, nothin’ strange going on. The morning session at Jarosite Reef is the pick of the day, with that glassy offshore breeze making it clean as a whistle. The afternoon swings to a cross-off wind, and the surf quality drops off, so make it a dawn patrol.

Tuesday the 4th is a bit of a write-off with onshore winds and marginal conditions. The swell bumps up to 5.2 ft, but the wind is messy. We’ll sit that one out.

Wednesday the 5th is a redemption story. Morning sees a 5.2 ft SW swell, but the period has dropped to 9 seconds, so it’s a bit more of a windswell feel. Still, a gentle cross-off breeze at 9 mph keeps things rideable with 621 units of energy. Not a standout, but a fun session.

Thursday the 6th, the swell drops right back to 2.0 ft, but that 16-second period is back. With a gentle offshore NW wind, it’s glassy and clean. The energy is weak (219 units), so it’s a longboard or a high-volume board kind of day. A nice little paddle out.

Friday the 7th is a beauty. The swell is back up to 3.3 ft, with that dreamy 16-second period. A light offshore NW breeze at 9 mph and 504 units of energy. The morning is the time to be out; the waves will be clean and offering some long lines.

Saturday the 8th and Sunday the 9th are a mixed bag with moderate winds and cross-off conditions. The swell drops to 2.6 ft with decent periods, but the energy is low. The Sunday morning window has a moderate offshore, so it might be worth a look if you’re keen.

Now, here’s where things get bloody exciting. Monday, August 10th, is our first true standout. The swell jumps to 5.2 ft from the SW, with a 17-second period. That’s very long-period groundswell, and the energy is a solid 1404 units. The best part? A moderate offshore WNW wind at 12 mph. The conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers, and that’s the truth. The wave comment says it all. This is a reef break, so expect clean, powerful lines. The morning and afternoon sessions both look excellent, with the wind holding offshore into the afternoon. This is the one to circle on the calendar.

Tuesday the 11th is another strong day. The swell is 4.3 ft from the SW, 14 seconds, and with a moderate offshore breeze in the morning. The energy is 746 units. Very good surf again.

Wednesday, August 12th, is the absolute standout of the entire forecast. The morning is already looking excellent with a 5.6 ft SSW swell and 16-second period (1553 energy). But the afternoon is where it peaks. The swell jumps to 9.8 ft from the SW, with a 16-second period, and the wind is blowing offshore at 15 mph. The energy is a massive 4984 units. This is big, powerful, groundswell. For an advanced reef break like Jarosite Reef, this is going to be a day of consequence. Do not paddle out if you’re not on your game. This is serious, world-class-level surf for the experts.

Thursday the 13th, the swell stays big at 11.5 ft, but the wind swings onshore from the SW, creating a cross-chop. The period also drops to 11 seconds. It’s messy and lumpy, so probably a good day to watch or go for a drive.

We get a nice rest on Friday the 14th with a clean 4.6 ft SW swell, a light wind, and 609 energy. Very good conditions.

Saturday, August 15th, is another massive standout. The swell is 7.5 ft from the SW, but the period is a staggering 20 seconds. That is about as long as it gets. The energy is 4003 units. With a moderate offshore NW wind, this is

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