Pea Break Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let's talk about what's coming up.

First off, the big picture: we’ve got a solid run of groundswell heading our way, but it’s going to be a battle with the wind for a while. The first few days are a write-off for any decent paddle surfing, but there’s some real gems hiding in the second week if you’re patient.

The only spot in the game is Pea Break. This is a reef setup for advanced surfers only, and it’s fairly consistent. It’s exposed to the southwest swell, and that’s exactly where the energy is coming from. The water temp is about average for this time of year.

We kick off with a big, powerful swell on Tuesday, September 1st. Swell is 8ft from the WSW with a 15-second period, packing a punch – the combined energy is 3079 (moderate). But the 12 mph SW cross-wind is going to ruin the surface, leaving a lumpy cross-chop. Not worth paddling out. Wednesday is worse: the swell jumps to 12ft, but it’s a full-on washing machine with 16 mph cross-onshore winds. You’d be better off kiting than surfing in that.

Thursday and Friday stay big and messy. By Friday, September 4th, the swell is up to 18ft from the SW with a 15-second period and combined energy of 13346 (very strong). That is some serious ocean energy, but the 19 mph SW cross-wind makes it a bumpy, lumpy mess. Saturday is a full-on gale, with 34 mph winds. Just stay home.

The first real window opens on Monday, September 7th. The swell is holding at 15ft from the SW, 16-second period, and the wind drops to a light 6 mph cross-onshore breeze. The combined energy is 9903 (strong). It’s still a bit of a beast, but the clean-up begins. The afternoon session is even better with a light cross-shore wind.

Now, the absolute standout is Tuesday, September 8th, in the morning. The wind goes glassy. Zero. The swell is 13ft from the SW with a 16-second period and combined energy of 7570 (strong). This is exceptional surf for expert surfers. The conditions are described as glassy, and that’s a rare treat. The afternoon is also clean with a light offshore breeze. This is the best of the week.

After that, the wind gets messy again for a few days, but there’s another sweet spot on Monday, September 14th, and Tuesday, September 15th. The swell drops to a more manageable 7ft to 8ft from the SW, with a 12-13 second period. The combined energy is low to moderate (1337 to 1933). The real story is the wind: glassy conditions on the mornings of both days. This is clean, fun-sized surf for experienced surfers. The crowds are possible at Pea Break, so get in early.

The long-range call for mid-September looks promising, but it’s a bit less certain. After the 15th, the wind turns cross-onshore again, so that Tuesday morning window is the one to aim for.

So, to sum it up: the first week is mostly a stormy mess. The standout is Tuesday, September 8th, morning – glassy, 13ft SW groundswell, expert only. The smaller, cleaner window is Monday and Tuesday, September 14th-15th, mornings – glassy, fun 7ft to 8ft SW swell. Don't bother with the rest.

Rusty.

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