North wall Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, let’s get into it. The next 16 days are a bit of a mixed bag for Northwall – we’ve got some windows of clean surf, but also plenty of time where the wind just won’t play ball. Let's break it down.

Monday the 24th shows some promise first thing. We’re looking at a clean, 2 ft SSE swell with a lazy 12-second period. The water’s sitting at about 68°, which is bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there. The combined energy is moderate (223). The wind is a light offshore from the SW, making for some tidy little waves. It’s a good session for the beginners with the small, clean surf, but it won’t be a standout for the experienced crew. The afternoon turns ugly as the wind swings onshore from the ENE, so get it done early.

Tuesday and Wednesday (25th and 26th) are pretty much write-offs for any decent surf. The wind is cross-onshore and the swell is weak and short-period. The energy is still moderate (200-177), but the conditions are just ordinary. Thursday the 27th morning offers a slight reprieve with a 5 ft S swell and cross-offshore wind keeping things clean, but the energy is back to moderate (253) with a short, weak 6-second period. The afternoon gets messy with a 5 ft SSE swell and strong cross-shore wind – this is heading into expert-only territory if you’re keen on a challenge. The energy jumps to strong (388), but the chop will be a nightmare.

Friday the 28th morning is a half-decent option. A clean 3 ft SSE swell with light cross-offshore wind. Energy is moderate (188). Again, nothing to write home about, but you can get wet. The weekend (29th-30th) is dominated by cross-shore winds and choppy conditions. Sunday the 30th afternoon sees a 5 ft SE swell with strong energy (842), but the cross-shore wind makes it a poor option for paddling – honestly, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Monday the 31st of August morning is looking like a genuine standout. We have glassy conditions, a 4 ft E swell and a combined energy of 219 (moderate). The wind is dead calm (glass). This is the best on offer for a beginner. Get on it early.

Tuesday the 1st of September morning is another glassy session, this time with a bigger 5 ft E swell and strong energy (402). The wind is flat calm again, and the water is still clean. This is a true standout for intermediate surfers – that bigger, longer-period energy will produce some nice lines at the beach/groyne. Afternoon sees onshore wind ruin it.

Wednesday the 2nd of September morning is the next shout. A clean 4 ft ENE swell with a light offshore from the WSW. Energy is strong (302). This is another solid window, but note the shorter period (8 seconds) – it’ll be a bit walled-up on the beach, better for a bank if it holds.

From Thursday the 3rd of September right through to the end of the forecast (8th September), the outlook turns bleak. Persistent cross-onshore winds, chop, and weak swells dominate. There’s a distinct gap of 6 days with no real, clean surf – you’re looking at poor conditions and no standout recommendations. The swell energy drops significantly into the weak range (45-86) for many of those days. It’s a tough run, but that’s the way it goes sometimes.

The standouts – Definitely Monday the 31st of August morning for the glassy, clean 4 ft E swell – perfect for beginners. For the more experienced, Tuesday the 1st of September morning offers a bigger, glassy 5 ft E swell with strong energy. That’s the one to circle on the calendar.

Stay patient out there.
- Rusty

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