Jennette's Pier Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s break down the next 16 days for the Outer Banks. I’m not gonna sugarcoat it – it’s a long, flat, and frustrating stretch for anyone looking to paddle into something. The first real chance of a wave doesn’t show up until the end of the period, and even then it’s a whisper.

We’re looking at Jennette's Pier, and for the first two weeks, it’s a total write-off. From July 27th right through to August 10th, every single day is showing poor surf conditions. The swell is tiny, mostly 0.6ft to 2ft, with short, weak periods. The combined energy is almost always in the double digits (like 49, 50, 36), which is just plain weak. The wind is all over the place – cross, cross-on, and onshore – making a mess of what little bump there is. The water is a bit colder than average for this time of year, sitting at 78°.

There is one brief flicker on August 3rd. Monday morning sees a 3ft SE swell with an 8-second period, and the combined energy finally hits a three-digit number (116), so it’s at least moderate. The wind is a clean cross-off from the WSW. That’s the best of the bunch, but it’s still rated as “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions” and only gets a 1 out of 10. It’s a tiny, weak pulse.

After that, it’s right back to flat and choppy for another week. The gap from August 3rd to the end of the outlook is dead quiet. There’s a moment on August 11th with a 2ft swell from the north, but it’s a 4-second period, with lumpy cross-shore wind, and the energy is only 32. Not worth the paddle.

Given the consistent lack of size and the persistent poor wind, this is a period where the beach setup at Jennette’s Pier would be more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing. The waves are too small and weak for a proper surf session, and the wind is frequently strong.

So, honestly, don’t plan your week around this. It’s a blank run. Forecasts can change, but right now, there’s nothing to chase.

Rusty.

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