Nobbys Reef Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it. It’s a bit of a mixed bag for the next couple of weeks. The main swell window is short, and there’s a pretty big gap in the middle with nothing much to get excited about. Most of the decent action is on the new swell arriving early next week, but then it fades out almost completely for a solid run of days.

The standout session is Friday morning, August 28 at Nobbys Reef. We’ve got a clean 6 ft swell coming from the SSE with a solid 11-second period, and the wind is offshore from the NW at just 3 mph. That’s going to mean clean, glassy conditions with good shape. The combined energy is moderate (754), so there’s enough push for a fun session. Water temp is sitting around 64°, which is close to the long-term average for this time of year.

Sunday morning, August 30 is another good call. A smaller 3 ft swell from the S, but the wind is back to NW offshore at 3 mph. Combined energy is lower (258), but it’s clean and glassy, so it’ll be a nice, less crowded morning.

Monday morning, August 31 is a bit of a bonus. The swell drops to 4 ft from the S, but the wind is dead calm, glassy conditions. That’s rare and worth a paddle if you can get out. Combined energy is 362, so it’s still surfable, just not as punchy.

After that, things get weak. From Tuesday, September 1, through to Saturday, September 6, the swell drops below 3 ft, and the energy is low (mostly under 200). There’s a bit of offshore wind on a few mornings, but the waves are just too small to get excited about. It’s more of a longboard or funboard situation if you’re desperate.

Monday, September 7 sees a bit of a pulse: 5 ft to 5 ft from the S with offshore or cross-off wind, and combined energy back up to 316-459. But the wave comment is “marginal surf forecast or questionable tide conditions,” so it’s not a guarantee. Worth keeping an eye on, but not a standout.

After that, from Tuesday, September 8, through to the end of the forecast, it’s back to tiny waves under 2 ft, with very low energy, and mostly poor conditions. The 11th of September has a long-period 20-second swell from the SSE, but combined energy is only 146 and the wind is onshore, so it’s not going to be clean.

So, if you’re going to pick a session, Friday morning, August 28 is your best bet. The offshore wind, clean conditions, and decent size should make it a solid session. Monday morning, August 31 is a close second for the glassy conditions. Otherwise, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

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