Nahoon Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, checking in from Nahoon Beach. Let's look at what's coming down the pipe.

First thing you need to know about Nahoon is that the water is sitting at 64°, which is a solid 4° colder than what we usually see this time of year. That's a notable chill, so don't forget the extra rubber.

The forecast kicks off on Tuesday, August 4th, but honestly, it's a write-off. We've got a 5-foot swell from the ESE with a 10-second period, but the wind is all over the place and the energy is just moderate (543). It's a messy start, so save your energy.

Wednesday, August 5th, is where it gets interesting. The morning is looking like the real standout of this whole window. We're talking about a clean 4-foot swell from the east, 10-second period, and the wind is dead glassy. It's going to be smooth as silk out there. The energy is moderate (346), but that's fine for this size. This is the best bet for beginners and anyone looking for a fun, easy session.

Thursday morning, August 6th, is a pass. That 3-foot SSW swell has a long 15-second period, but the cross-wind is chopping it up.

Friday, August 7th, has a bit of a split personality. The morning is marginal, but the afternoon session is a gem. A 4-foot SSW swell, 12-second period, and glassy conditions again. This is a solid second option for clean waves.

The weekend gets a little bumpy. Saturday, August 8th, has a bit more size at 5 feet from the SSW, but the wind is light and cross, so it's just okay. Sunday, August 9th, is getting blown out with a strong breeze, so skip it.

Now, hold onto your board. Monday, August 10th, we get a massive pulse of swell. We're looking at 15 to 16 feet from the south with a 12-second period. The energy is insane (6205 to 12398). This is for experts only, and even then, it might be too big for Nahoon. The wave comment says it's predicted to be too big for this break, so unless you're a charger on a big gun, stay on the beach. This size continues into Tuesday, August 11th, with 12 feet from the SSE.

It stays big and bumpy through the middle of the week, with Wednesday, August 12th, and Thursday, August 13th, showing 10 to 13 feet swells but with messy cross-chop from the wind. Not great.

We finally see things settle down by Friday, August 14th, with a 8-foot swell from the SE, but it's still crummy. The following weekend, August 15th and 16th, is small and poor.

The real cherry on top comes late. On Monday, August 17th, the morning session is excellent for experienced surfers. We've got a clean 6-foot swell from the southwest with a 12-second period, and a light cross-offshore breeze. The energy is solid (1378) and the conditions are clean. This is the second true standout of the forecast, but it's a week and a half away, so keep your fingers crossed.

After that, Tuesday and Wednesday, August 18th and 19th, go flat and messy again.

So, to sum it up for Nahoon: the best windows are Wednesday morning, August 5th, and Friday afternoon, August 7th. The big swell around the 10th is a spectacle for experts only. The long-range Monday, August 17th, is promising but less certain. The crowds are sometimes a factor here, so keep that in mind.

Stay stoked, and I'll see you in the water.

Rusty

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