Hossegor - La Graviere Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, givin' you the lowdown for the next couple of weeks. Gotta be honest, it's a pretty grim stretch for a solid week. There's a big gap with no real surf on offer, so you'll be doin' a lot of waitin'. But hold tight, 'cause there's a little window of hope right at the tail end.

We're talkin' about Hossegor - La Graviere, and the first week and a half is a total washout. The water temp is 74°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, but that's the only good news. From the 12th of August right through the 24th, it's just poor surf conditions day after day. The swell is tiny, mostly under 3ft, with weak energy, and the wind is constantly onshore or cross-onshore, messin' up any chance of a clean wave. It's a real bummer, especially for a spot like La Graviere that can be world-class. The combined swell energy does bump up to a moderate level on the 16th, but with a short period and onshore wind, it's just gonna be a messy closeout.

Now, there's a glimmer of light. Around Tuesday the 25th of August, things start to look a bit more interesting. The forecast shows a decent pulse of swell comin' in. On Tuesday morning, we're lookin' at head-high waves, around 4ft, comin' from the WNW. The period stretches to 9 seconds, which is a nice solid groundswell. The real kicker is the wind. It's forecast to be light offshore from the ESE, which means clean, glassy conditions. The combined energy is solid, so there's some grunt behind it. This is the standout. A clean, offshore morning at La Graviere with a bit of size is the one to circle on your calendar. Expect crowds though, because this spot is *always* popular, and on a morning like this, everyone will be keen.

So, my advice? Don't bother paddlin' out until that Tuesday the 25th. That morning is your best bet. The rest of the window is a waitin' game, but it tends not to stay flat forever around here. Keep your eyes on the charts.

Rusty.

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