Outside Corner Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get into it. We’ve got a solid run of surf on the cards for Outside Corner, starting Wednesday the 9th of September and stretching all the way through.

The overall pattern is a long, consistent pulse of solid SW groundswell, with a mix of clean conditions most days. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so a normal spring suit will do you fine.

The opening days are a bit of a mixed bag. Wednesday the 9th and Thursday the 10th see a solid 8ft to 7ft SSW swell, but the wind is a cross-off from the SSE and SE at 12 mph. It’s rideable and clean, but the energy is strong (3182-2431). The reports say the tide might be a bit of a headache, so it’s not the pick of the window.

Things start to clean up nicely from Friday the 11th. The wind swings offshore from the ESE, blowing a steady 12 mph. The swell drops slightly to 6ft from the SW, but with a long 16-second period, it’s going to be a proper groundswell. The energy is still pumping (1865-1819). This is a classic reef and point set-up, so those long period lines will wrap in beautifully. Saturday the 12th is similar, with a 5ft SW swell and offshore wind, making for a great weekend session.

Now, pay attention to Sunday the 13th. We get a spike in the swell to 6ft, but the period jumps to a very long 18 seconds, and the energy is massive (2552). The wind is offshore all day. For a spot like this, that’s an A-grade session. Crowds are possible here, so get in early.

The following week stays solid. From Monday the 14th through to Tuesday the 22nd of September, we’re looking at a consistent 5ft to 8ft SW swell, with offshore winds most days. The energy stays in the moderate to strong range (1417-3842). The standout during this stretch is Tuesday the 22nd. The afternoon sees an 8ft SSW swell with a 16-second period and offshore wind—the energy is strong at 3842. That’s the pick of the second week.

Then we get the real highlight. On Wednesday the 23rd of September, the swell jumps to 10ft from the SSW, with a 17 to 18-second period. The energy is exceptional (5359-6216). This is a big, powerful groundswell, and the wind is offshore. This is expert territory only. It’s too big for beginners, and at over 8ft, it’s for the experienced crew. For the right surfer, this is pumping. Crowds are likely, but it’s worth it.

Thursday the 24th still has a strong 8ft SSW swell (3594) and offshore wind, but it’s a step down from the peak on Wednesday.

The best call? If you can handle it, the 23rd of September is the absolute standout. For a solid, reliable session with less size but still plenty of juice, the 13th of September is a banger, and the 22nd of September is your second-week pick.

Rusty.

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