Surf Forecasts:
La Nartelle surf forecast from 31 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 6 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 4s period, ENE swell with 11 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for La Nartelle this week:
The most powerful waves expected at La Nartelle in the next 16 days are 0.6m 4s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 06) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 5s period and expected on Monday (Aug 31) at 8PM.
| Wave Type | Time (CEST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 4s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for La Nartelle over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you—this 16-day window is a tough one. We’re looking at a long, dry spell with hardly any decent surf on the cards. The first recommendation doesn’t show up until late in the period, and even then it’s barely a whisper.
For the first two weeks, it’s pretty much a flatline. From August 31st right through to September 12th, there’s nothing worth paddling out for. The few tiny pulses of swell we see are all under 2 ft, mostly coming from the northeast or east, with periods so short they’re not even worth mentioning. Winds are often light or cross-shore, but without any real swell, it doesn’t matter. The wave energy is virtually zero (values like 0, 1, 2, 3 in the combined energy). It’s a frustrating stretch.
The first real glimpse of something happens on September 12th afternoon. La Nartelle picks up a trace of east swell at 3 ft, with a period of just 4 seconds and a combined energy of 25 (weak). It’s onshore wind from the east at 9 mph, so it’ll be messy. Not a day to get excited about.
Then on September 13th, Sunday morning, we get a glassy start with a tiny 1.0 ft east swell, period 4 seconds, energy 3. It’s clean because of the glassy wind, but the swell is so small it’s barely surfable. The afternoon turns choppy again with a cross-onshore breeze.
The standout—if you can call it that—is September 12th afternoon, only because it’s the biggest we see all period. But honestly, with 3 ft, weak energy, and onshore wind, it’s more of a curiosity than a proper session. La Nartelle is a sheltered beginner spot, and it’s inconsistent, so don’t expect much. The water temperature is 79°F on August 31st, which is 7°F warmer than normal for this time of year—that’s very unusual, so at least you’ll be warm while you’re waiting for a wave.
The rest of the forecast through September 15th is more of the same: flat, glassy mornings and light cross-shore afternoons, with no swell to speak of. If you’re a kitesurfer, the afternoon breezes might offer something, but for paddle surfing, it’s a write-off.
Bottom line: if you’re desperate, September 12th afternoon or 13th morning might give you a couple of ankle-biters, but don’t get your hopes up. This is a blank run for the area, and it’s not unusual to see long gaps like this. Forecasts can change, so keep an eye out, but for now, I’d save the wax.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 35°C on Mon afternoon, min 21°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 30°C on Fri afternoon, min 22°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 3 | WSW 3 | W 5 | ESE 4 | — | — | WSW 4 | NE 3 | NNE 2 | E 3 | E 3 | — | — | — | WSW 3 | SW 4 | SSW 5 | NE 3 | ENE 4 | SE 4 |
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0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 3 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-on | off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:37PM0.25m | 12:02PM0.22m | 00:09AM0.23m | 12:53PM0.21m | 00:47AM0.21m | 1:58PM0.21m | 1:37AM0.19m | 3:29PM0.20m | 2:55AM0.17m | 5:12PM0.22m | 6:30PM0.24m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 5:15PM0.04m | 5:59AM0.04m | 5:57PM0.06m | 6:35AM0.05m | 6:48PM0.08m | 7:20AM0.05m | 7:57PM0.11m | 8:19AM0.06m | 9:47PM0.12m | 9:41AM0.07m | 11:53PM0.12m | 11:10AM0.06m | 1:11AM0.10m | |||||||
— | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | |
8:10 | — | — | 8:08 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | — | 8:04 | — | — | 8:01 | — | — | 8:00 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 35 | 33 | 25 | 28 | 24 | 27 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 29 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 24 |
Feels °C | 30 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 27 | 32 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 4 | ENE 3 | — | — | E 3 | — | — | — | — | SW 4 | SSW 5 | SW 5 | SW 4 | SE 4 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 4 | SW 5 | — | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | W 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SE 4 | — | — |
— | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 3 | WSW 3 | — | ESE 4 | — | — | WSW 4 | NE 3 | NNE 2 | E 3 | — | — | — | — | WSW 3 | — | — | NE 3 | ENE 4 | — |
4 | 3 | — | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 11 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 703 | 68 | 198 | 756 | 661 | 654 | 866 | 647 | 73 | 863 | 321 | 389 | 724 | 655 | 647 | 680 | 74 | 647 | 681 | 663 |
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Information about the La Nartelle Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for La Nartelle provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at La Nartelle can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our La Nartelle surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (La Nartelle) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for La Nartelle may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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