La Caffrine Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it. We’ve only got one spot to talk about in this region: La Caffrine. It’s a beginner-friendly break that’s fairly consistent, exposed to the swell, and with an optimum direction from SSW.

Right now, the water’s sitting at 76.3°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year – that’s a nice little bonus for a paddle.

Let’s be straight, the first few days are pretty average. Wednesday morning (2nd) you’ve got a tiny 2.6 ft swell from the SE with a short 9-second period, and it’s glassy, but it’s weak. Combined energy is only 174, so it’s puny. That afternoon, the swell drops to 1.6 ft, but the period jumps to 14 seconds from the SW, and it cleans up nicely. It’s small, but glassy conditions make it a fun little cruiser for beginners. Thursday morning (3rd) keeps that small glassy vibe with 2.0 ft at 13 seconds, again from the SW. It’s not going to blow your mind, but it’s clean.

Friday afternoon (4th) is where things start to get interesting. That swell builds to 4.9 ft from the SSW with a 17-second period – that is a legit groundswell. The combined energy jumps to 1356, which is solid. And the wind goes glassy. This is excellent for experienced surfers, but at 4.9 ft, it’s pushing the limit for beginners. Saturday morning (5th) is even better: 5.6 ft from the SW with 14 seconds, glassy winds, energy at 1239. That’s the standout of the first week. Clean, strong, and that long period will give you some proper shape. This is the call for anyone who can handle it.

We get a nice stretch through Sunday (6th) with clean 4.3 ft glassy conditions morning and afternoon – really consistent and user-friendly. But then Monday (7th) gets messy. The swell jumps to 6.9 ft, but the wind switches to cross-shore, and by afternoon it’s 8.2 ft with a moderate cross-chop. Not ideal.

Tuesday and Wednesday (8th and 9th) are a write-off for paddle surfing. The swell hits 11.5 ft from the SSW with a 15-17 second period. That’s an absolute monster, and combined energy is through the roof – 7104 on Tuesday morning. The file says it’s too big for this break, and I agree. This setup would be more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

It settles down from Thursday (10th) morning with 7.5 ft from the SSW, but this time the wind is cross-offshore and clean. That’s 2642 energy, and it’s excellent for experienced surfers. Friday (11th) drops to 3.6 ft, but the wind gets fresh and the quality fades. Saturday (12th) morning is a beauty though – 4.9 ft from the SSW with a 16-second period and glassy calm winds. That’s another standout. Clean, strong, and that long period will reel you in. Afternoon gets a bit bumpy with a moderate breeze.

The second week starts to wind down. Sunday (13th) and Monday (14th) are average with small swells and onshore or cross-shore winds. Monday afternoon does show a rogue 4.9 ft swell with a very long 21-second period from the SSW, but the wind is light cross-shore. It’s tempting, but a period that long can break straight at beach breaks, so be wary.

Then, Tuesday the 15th of September is a real highlight. Morning session: 8.2 ft from the SSW at 16 seconds, with a light cross-offshore breeze. Combined energy of 3506. That’s excellent for experienced surfers, and the conditions are clean. Wednesday (16th) morning also delivers with 6.2 ft glassy from the SSW, and Thursday (17th) morning rounds it out with 8.2 ft clean cross-offshore again.

If I’m picking the true standouts, it has to be Saturday morning the 5th of September and Saturday morning the 12th of September. Both have solid swell from the SSW, good height for experienced surfers, and glassy or very light winds. The water’s warm, the energy is up, and the crowds are something I’d keep an eye on – it’s a beginner spot that gets a bit busy sometimes, but for those sessions, the quality will thin the pack out.

The second week has a few big days, but nothing beats that clean, long-period swell with offshore winds. If you’re around for the 15th, that Tuesday morning is a serious option too.

Stay stoked, and pick your windows.

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