Nimitz Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Right then, Rusty here again, this time in feet and miles. Let's break it down.

We’re looking at a rough 16-day run. The only break on the radar is Nimitz Beach, and there’s a real gap of poor conditions before anything decent shows.

The first few days are a slog. On Friday the 21st, the morning brings a 3ft SSW swell with a long 17-second period, but the cross-on wind from the SSE at 6 mph muddies it up, giving us only marginal surf. Friday afternoon, though, goes glassy with a light WNW wind at 3 mph and that same 3ft groundswell. That’s a rare clean window, but the wave energy is moderate at 404, so not a big day. Water temp is a warm 81°, pretty standard for this time of year.

Then the trades hit. From Saturday the 22nd right through the end of August, it’s 18-25 mph cross-off ENE winds and poor surf. Some mornings show a small 3-4ft SSE swell, but it’s all fresh breeze and weak, with energy in the 700-1000 range. Not worth the hassle.

Now, Tuesday the 1st of September morning has a notable 8ft E swell with a 10-second period. That’s over 8ft, so experts only. The wave energy is a very strong 1852. But the cross-off wind from the NE at 22 mph keeps it marginal. The optimum swell direction is S, so this easterly swell won't line up perfectly on this exposed reef. A wildcard for the brave.

After that, from the 2nd to the 5th of September, it’s all small, choppy, and messy—waves under 3ft, energy dropping into the 300-500 range, and a lot of cross-on winds and rain. This whole stretch honestly looks better for kite surfing with those steady trades.

Your best bet for a clean, small session is that Friday afternoon on the 21st. For size, Tuesday the 1st of September morning has some muscle, but it’s not for everyone.

Hang in there.

Rusty.

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