La Nora Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s talk La Nora. This is a beach and point that needs a good NW to N swell to get going. The water’s about 71° right now, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, so it's a little bonus if you’re out without a thick wetsuit.

First few days? Brutal. Nothing. Wednesday and Thursday have combined energies in the 40s and 70s – those are tiny, weak numbers. Friday is barely surfable: 2ft from the NW, glassy in the morning, but the period is a short 9 seconds, and the energy is just 60. That’s barely ankle-deep. We’re looking at a run of poor surf from now through the weekend.

Saturday the 15th gets a push to 4ft, but the wind is onshore and the period drops to a weak 6 seconds. Energy is moderate (129), but the wind kills it. Save your energy.

Sunday morning the 16th is the first real light. We’ve got 5ft from the north, glassy dead calm wind, and good surf conditions. The period is short at 7 seconds, but the energy is solid at 354 – that’s moderate-strong. For a point break, a 5ft north swell with clean, smooth conditions is a treat. That’s a good size for a confident intermediate. Beginners should be cautious. Because of the short period, the sets will come in quicker, so you won’t wait forever. Afternoon goes cross-on, so get on it early.

Then it fades. Monday the 17th is ordinary with 3ft and glass, but weak energy (112). Tuesday and Wednesday are small.

Now here’s the highlight of the whole run: Friday morning, the 21st of August. We’ve got 5ft from the north, a 10-second period, and a clean cross-off wind from the west. The combined energy jumps to 469 – that’s strong wave energy. This is real groundswell. For a point, a 10-second period is perfect – good shape, good push. This is the best session of the window. Crowds here are “often,” so expect to share it, but it’s worth it.

The afternoon stays rideable but gets a little bumpy. Saturday the 22nd drops off.

The final week is mostly small again, but there’s one more spike. Thursday the 27th of August: 7ft to 8ft from the NW, 8-9 second period, and the energy is massive at 607 to 925 – very strong. The catch? Cross-on wind from the WNW means chop on the face. This is big, powerful surf. Over 6ft is expert territory. Short period means it’ll be dumping hard, especially at the beach. The point might wrap it, but it will be a challenge. For experts only.

Best advice: hit Sunday the 16th for a clean, glassy 5ft session with a good vibe. For the best quality and power, Friday the 21st of August is the one – strong, clean, cross-off, 5ft. And if you’re a pro, keep an eye on Thursday the 27th for a serious, heavy day.

Rusty.

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