Padang Padang Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, it’s Rusty here. We’ve got a solid run of surf coming up for the Bali area, centred on Padang Padang (Indonesia). This is a world-class reef break that only works on a good swell, and for the next couple of weeks, it’s looking almost non-stop. The water temp is sitting right around average for this time of year, so nothing weird there.

The opening session kicks off Thursday morning, September 3rd, with a clean 5ft SW groundswell and a very long period of 16 seconds pushing in. The wind is offshore from the ESE at 19 mph, so the face will be glassy. The energy is strong (1188), but the tide might be a bit average, so it’s not firing on all cylinders yet. Thursday afternoon holds similar, with 5ft at 15 seconds and moderate offshore breeze.

Friday, September 4th, is more of the same: 5ft SW swell, period 14 seconds, clean with offshore winds. The afternoon session picks up a bit more energy (1106) and the comment says very good conditions. Then Saturday, September 5th, is where it starts to get serious. The swell jumps to 6ft from the SSW, period 16 seconds, and the energy is already pumping (1739). Winds are moderate offshore from the SE, so this is one of the standout days – clean, powerful, and set to be excellent for experienced surfers. Saturday afternoon is even bigger at 7ft and 2143 energy. That’s big for this break, so it’s one for the advanced crew.

Sunday, September 6th, is another stunner. Morning swell hits 7ft from the SSW, period 17 seconds, and energy is massive (3262). Winds are offshore from the SSE. This is the best on offer in the first week – big, long-period groundswell, clean, and the reef will be handling it beautifully. The afternoon drops to 5ft but still plenty of energy.

Monday, September 7th, keeps the quality high: 7ft SSW swell, 14 seconds, gentle offshore breeze. Clean and powerful. The whole week from Saturday through to Monday is the real highlight.

Tuesday, September 8th, the wind shifts to cross-offshore, but the swell is still solid at 6ft with a very long 18-second period. Energy is strong (3130), but the wind isn’t as clean – still surfable, just not as perfect.

Wednesday, September 9th, sees a big 8ft SSW swell, period 16 seconds, light cross-offshore wind. That’s expert territory – too big for beginners, and the reef will be critical. Energy is very high (3062). It’s a powerful session.

The second week stays very consistent. From Thursday, September 10th, through to the end of the forecast on September 18th, we’ve got daily 5ft to 8ft SSW and SW groundswells, with offshore winds most days. The energy stays in the moderate to strong range. The standout in the second week is Monday, September 14th, with 8ft SW swell, 16-second period, and moderate offshore wind – clean, powerful, and excellent for experienced surfers. Crowds are possible at Padang Padang, so get there early.

There’s no gap in the surf – it’s running from the start right through. The long-period nature of the swell (often 15-19 seconds) means the waves will have real shape and power, but at a beach break it can straighten out – at a reef like Padang Padang, it’s a dream.

Overall, the first weekend (September 5-7) and the big Monday (September 14) are the best on offer. Keep an eye on the long-range stuff – it’s promising but less certain.

Rusty

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