Keurbooms Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let's chew the fat on what's coming our way.

We've got a solid run of surf on the cards, but it's a real mixed bag. The water is sitting at a very unusual 58°, a full five degrees colder than normal for this time of year, so you'll be wanting the thickest wetsuit you own.

The action kicks off on Monday the 24th with a choppy 2 ft SW swell at 11 seconds. The wind is cross-on, so it's not the most inviting start. Keep your expectations in check for that session.

Tuesday the 25th is where it gets interesting. The morning is looking like the real standout of this whole forecast. We've got a clean 8 ft SW groundswell, with a period of 14 seconds, and it's glassy. That is going to be some serious, powerful surf. It's a bit on the chunky side, so it's more for experienced surfers who can handle the juice. The combined energy is strong (3073). The afternoon swings onshore, so make the most of that morning window.

Wednesday the 26th is a write-off. A strong cross-onshore wind and lumpy 8 ft swell will make a mess of things. Not worth paddling out.

Thursday the 27th brings some relief. Both the morning and afternoon sessions are glassy again. You've got a 6 ft SSW swell (12 sec) in the morning with moderate energy (1572), and a shorter period 7 ft ESE swell (9 sec) in the afternoon. It's all clean and will be fun on a longboard or a fish. Friday the 28th follows suit with more glassy conditions and a dropping 5 ft E swell (923 energy).

Saturday the 29th sees the swell drop right off. The morning has howling 25 mph NW winds, so forget it. The afternoon cleans up with a gentle offshore NW breeze, but the swell is only 3 ft. It's small, but clean.

Sunday the 30th brings new life. The afternoon is a highlight with a 7 ft SW swell (13 sec) and a cross-off wind, keeping things clean. The combined energy is moderate to strong (1796).

Monday the 31st is a solid day of clean, cross-off waves, with a consistent 6 ft SW swell. Good all-around conditions.

As we roll into September, the first couple of days are marginal, but Wednesday the 2nd sees a massive spike in size. The swell jumps to 10 – 12 ft from the SW with a 13-second period, and the energy is pumping (4257). Problem is, it's predicted to be too big for this break. That's expert territory, but the wind is light, so the sets will be lined up and scary.

After that, things get wild. From Thursday the 3rd through to Saturday the 5th, we're looking at huge, stormy surf in the 18 ft to 21 ft range with strong cross-onshore winds. That's not just too big, it's dangerous and messy. Do not even think about it.

Sunday the 6th and Monday the 7th see the size drop back, but conditions remain choppy and crossed-up.

The real silver lining comes at the very end of the forecast. Tuesday the 8th of September looks primo. A clean 5 ft SW groundswell from a 13-second period, with a gentle cross-off wind and clean conditions. The energy is solid (1356) and it will be a beautiful, powerful wave for the experienced crew. The afternoon keeps it clean with a smaller 5 ft swell.

So, if you want the best, hit Tuesday the 25th morning for the biggest, glassiest groundswell session. For the cleanest and most accessible waves, Thursday the 27th, Friday the 28th, and Tuesday the 8th are your best bets.

Rusty.

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