Seignosse - Les Estagnots Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, it’s Rusty here, and I’ve been staring at the charts for Seignosse - Les Estagnots. Let’s be straight with you – this forecast is a bit of a slow burn, but there are a couple of windows that’ll get your heart pumping.

Right off the bat, the water is sitting at a balmy 76°, which is *much warmer than normal* for this time of year. That’s a proper treat, so you won’t need a thick suit.

The first week is a bit of a write-off for a proper session. Wednesday morning (19th August) is tiny with a weak 1ft swell from the NW and a measly energy of 15 – it’s just not worth getting wet. The wind is okay, but the sea is flat. The next few days, Thursday and Friday, see a bit more size – up to 5ft on Friday morning – but the wind is a mess, all cross-on or cross-shore, and the conditions are described as poor or marginal. It’s frustrating to watch, but not a goer.

Then, on Saturday the 22nd, we get a glimmer. The morning shows a clean 4ft swell from the NW with a light offshore easterly wind. The combined energy is moderate at 235. It’s not massive, but it’s rideable and clean. You might snag a few fun ones, but don’t expect perfection.

The real standout, the one you want to circle on your calendar, is Friday morning, 28th August. The forecast is calling for a solid 6ft NW swell, packing a strong 706 energy. The wind is off-shore from the ESE, light and clean. The guidance says this is an expert wave, and with that size and power, it’s going to be a proper challenge. The swell direction is W, which is right in the sweet spot for this exposed break. If you’ve got the skill, this is the best session on offer. Be aware that crowds are often here, so get out early.

Following that, the morning of Wednesday, 2nd September is another promising window. We’re looking at a 7ft groundswell from the NW, with a period of 9 seconds. The wind is dead calm, glassy, from the SE. The energy is strong at 695. This is a big, clean swell, but it’s at the edge of expert territory. It’s a week and a half away, so treat it as a promising possibility, not a certainty. The glassy conditions will make it look like a dream.

A few other mornings, like Sunday 23rd and Monday 24th, offer tiny, clean waves, but they are just too small to get excited about.

The very end of the forecast, on Monday 31st August, shows a massive 12ft swell, but the wind is onshore and the model thinks it’s simply too big for this spot. That’s a pass for paddle surfing, but if you’re into tow-in or just watching a monster show, keep an eye on it.

Summary: The first week is mostly a bust. The real action is on the morning of Friday 28th August – that’s your top pick. The morning of Wednesday 2nd September is a close second, but it’s a long-range call. Don’t expect much else.

Rusty.

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