Ninja's Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get this out. Rusty here.

First off, it’s been a bit quiet at Ninja's, but the waiting is about to pay off. The water is sitting at 85°, which is normal for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The real story starts Saturday afternoon, August 29. We’ve got a 4ft SSW swell rolling in, a period of 19 seconds – that’s proper groundswell energy, and the combined energy is a solid 1388 (moderate). The wind is cross-offshore, keeping things clean. That’s a nice warm-up.

Then Sunday, August 30, is where it gets good. The morning brings a 6ft SSW swell, still with that 19-second period, and the energy jumps to 2378 (strong). Light offshore winds, clean conditions. This is a standout session for experienced surfers, but it’s over 5ft, so beginners will want to sit this one out. Crowds are likely at Ninja's, but the quality will be worth it.

Monday, August 31, keeps the size up – 7ft in the morning from the SSW, period dropping to 16 seconds, but still packing a punch with 2544 energy. Winds are light and cross-off. This is expert territory. If you’re not comfortable with double overhead, paddle out early or wait for the next window.

Tuesday, September 1, and Wednesday, September 2, are both excellent. Tuesday morning drops to a more manageable 4ft but from a clean SW direction, with light winds. Wednesday is the real gem: 5ft and 6ft periods, light breeze, squeaky clean, energy in the 1100-1344 range. That Wednesday afternoon session is one of the best on offer.

After that, the swell backs off a bit. The first week of September sees a run of 4ft to 5ft SSE swells, with shorter periods of 10-11 seconds. Winds stay light and cross-off, so it’s still fun, clean surf, but nothing that’ll blow your mind. The energy drops into the 300-500 range (weak to moderate).

Then, a gap. From about September 7 onward, the swell is smaller and periods are short, but it’s still clean. Not a recommendation, just a lull.

Now, the real standout for the whole outlook is September 10 and 11. Thursday, September 10, we’ve got a 5ft S swell with a 20-second period – that’s a very long period groundswell. Energy hits 2132 (strong). Friday, September 11, morning is the best of the bunch: 7ft SSW swell, 17-second period, 2996 energy (strong to very strong), and light offshore winds. Ninja's is a reef break, so that long-period swell will hold up perfectly. This is a must-surf for experienced crew. Crowds are likely, but you’ll forget about them once you’re in the water.

Saturday, September 12, still has a solid 7ft SSW swell and 16-second period, with 2146 energy. Clean, but the wind picks up a bit. Still a great session.

Overall, the best windows are Sunday, August 30, Wednesday, September 2, and Friday, September 11. If you can only pick one, September 11 morning is the king.

Rusty.

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