Makorori Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G'day, I'm Rusty. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for our local stretch, centred on Makorori Point.

Right off the bat, we’ve got a bit of a slow start, but there’s some real quality waiting for us. The first few days are a mixed bag, but the standout window is definitely going to be Thursday the 3rd. Thursday morning is looking clean and well-shaped, with a solid 4ft groundswell rolling in from the SSE. That’s got some serious energy behind it (506) and with a dedicated offshore breeze, the Point is going to be running smooth and lined up. If you’re advanced and can handle that, it’s the pick of the bunch for the near term. The afternoon stays good too, with 3ft SSE swell and clean offshore conditions. Water temp is about average for this time of year, so a good 3/2mm should do you fine.

After that, things drop off quickly. Friday the 4th through to the end of the first week are pretty ordinary—small, weak swell (43–81) and only a few moments of clean conditions. You could get a cheeky knee-high wave on Friday morning if you’re desperate, but honestly, it’s not worth the paddle.

We do get a proper look-in on Tuesday the 8th of September. The morning brings a nice 5ft SSE swell with a 11-second period (491 energy) and clean conditions thanks to a cross-offshore breeze. The afternoon holds as well, with offshore winds and 4ft surf. This is your best call if you missed the Thursday session. The Point will be offering up some proper lines.

Now, let’s talk about the big one. Saturday the 13th of September is a beast, but it’s for experts only. We’re looking at a 10ft S swell with a huge 3548 energy reading. That is a serious amount of water moving. The morning is clean with light cross-offshore wind, but the swell is too big for this break for most. If you’re a confident, experienced surfer on the right board, Makorori Point can handle it, but for the vast majority, it’s a day to watch from the rocks. The period is long, which is good for the Point, but the size is what makes it a specialist-only affair.

We finish off the 16-day run with a few smaller days. Monday the 14th has a small 3ft swell but with a light offshore—good for a longboard if you’re keen. Then Tuesday the 15th of September brings another decent window: the afternoon has a 5ft SSE swell with moderate offshore wind and a 12-second period (613 energy). That’s the last real standout of the period. After that, it’s back to small, clean but unremarkable surf through to the end.

So, two true standouts: Thursday the 3rd morning and Tuesday the 8th morning. If you can get out on the 3rd, that’s the one. The 8th is a solid backup.

Stay safe and keep an eye on the sets.

Rusty.

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