Kirra Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – the next 16 days are a real mixed bag for our local bank at Kirra. For the most part, it’s flat or messy, with only a brief window that gets the heart pumping. If you’re a beginner, you’ll need to sit a lot of this out.

The first week, from Sunday the 13th right through to Tuesday the 15th, is pretty much a write-off. Tiny waves, onshore wind, and poor conditions. Honestly, if it weren’t for the fact that this stretch is known for turning it on, you’d think the ocean had forgotten how to make a wave. You’ll be waiting until Wednesday the 16th for anything to change.

Wednesday the 16th starts looking interesting. By the afternoon, a solid swell from the SSE pushes in at 10 ft, with a period of 8 seconds. The wind turns offshore, but that combined wave energy is pumping at 1139 – strong stuff. However, the morning surf is tiny, so patience is key. This is expert territory, though; 10 ft is too big for beginners.

Thursday the 17th is the real standout. Morning and afternoon see clean, 10 ft SSE swell with that same period, and a nice offshore wind. The combined energy jumps to 1411 in the morning and 1613 by the arvo. This is a proper session for experienced surfers only – any drop-in will be a commitment. For the few of you who can handle it, this is the best on offer.

Friday the 18th softens just a touch but stays good. Morning has 8 ft SSE swell with a 10-second period, offshore wind, and combined energy at 1722 – that’s the peak of the whole forecast. It’s still a big wave, but the drop in size makes it a little more accessible for strong intermediates. The afternoon holds at 8 ft with a cross-offshore wind, still good quality.

After that, things go downhill fast. Saturday the 19th through to Monday the 28th is a long, flat, and onshore slog. The swell drops under 3 ft, the wind shifts onshore from the north or northeast, and the energy readings fall into the weak or moderate range. Nothing worth paddling out for.

For the standout days – Wednesday the 16th afternoon, all of Thursday the 17th, and Friday the 18th morning – Kirra will be the best option, but only for experts. The swell direction of SSE is a touch sheltered for the point, but the offshore wind will clean it right up. Crowds are likely, especially if the word gets out, so expect company. Also, the water temperature is sitting at 70°F, about average for this time of year – no surprises there.

Right, that’s the story. Keep your eyes on that Thursday-Friday window. Otherwise, it’s a long wait. Catch ya.

Rusty

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