Lori Wilson Park Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s happening in our little patch.

Right off the bat, I’ve got to be straight with you – this 16-day window is a tough one for Lori Wilson Park. The first week is basically a write-off, with barely a ripple to get excited about. From Saturday the 5th right through to Tuesday the 8th, we’re looking at tiny, weak swell, mostly around 0.7 ft to 1 ft, and the combined energy never gets above 36 – that’s flat, mate. On top of that, the wind is all over the shop, with a lot of onshore and cross-off stuff, and even a risk of thunderstorms. It’s a frustrating start, but it’s the kind of blank run that happens here.

Wednesday the 9th morning is where we finally see a little pulse. The swell bumps up to 3 ft from the ENE, with a combined energy of 108 – that’s moderate. The wind goes glassy, which is a major positive. You’ll find clean, surfable waves, but the direction is straight onshore, so it’s not going to be a classic. Still, if you’re desperate, that’s your best shot for the whole first half of the forecast. The water temperature is 85°F, which is pretty normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The rest of the first week and into the second week is a real struggle. Thursday the 10th morning has a brief glassy moment with 2 ft from the NE, but the energy is weak at 60. Then we’re back to poor surf, with onshore winds and choppy conditions all the way through to Saturday the 19th. The swell stays tiny, mostly under 2 ft, and the combined energy barely cracks 70. There’s a few mornings with light winds that might make it look pretty, but the waves just aren’t there.

The only other standout, and I’m stretching the word here, is the morning of Saturday the 19th. Swell comes up to 2 ft from the ENE, with energy at 73, but the wind is onshore from the ESE. It’s still poor surf conditions, so don’t expect much. The 20th of September is a similar story, 3 ft from the E but with onshore wind and a risk of storms. The swell direction is mostly from the east, which is not the optimum E for this spot, so it’s never really lining up.

Honestly, if you’re a kite surfer, the 9th of September morning with that glassy wind and 3 ft might be more interesting than a paddle session. For the rest of us, it’s a waiting game. The forecast can always change, but right now, there’s nothing to get the heart pumping. Keep your board waxed and your eyes on the sky.

Rusty.

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