Peak Rock Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s coming for this stretch of coast.

The first few days are a bit messy, but there’s some real gems if you wait for the right moment. The water temp is sitting around 56°F at the start, which is just about average for this time of year, so nothing unusual there.

We start on Sunday the 6th with a solid 7ft SW swell, long 14-second period, and strong energy (1962), but the wind is cross-shore and the report says “marginal.” It’s not a goer. Monday the 7th is worse – 30 km/h cross-on winds and lumpy, so skip it.

Tuesday the 8th is the first real chance. The morning has a 4ft SW swell, very long 18-second period, and a clean cross-off breeze. The energy is moderate (1753), but that long period will give you great shape at the reef. This is for experienced surfers. The afternoon turns choppy, so get in early.

Wednesday the 9th and Thursday the 10th bring big 12ft to 12ft SW swells, but with onshore winds and huge energy (up to 7569). That’s expert-only, and the conditions are poor, so it’s a pass.

Now, Saturday the 12th is the standout. The morning has a 8ft SW swell, 16-second period, a light cross-off breeze, and clean conditions (2839). The afternoon is glassy with 7ft SW and 16 seconds – barely a breath of wind. This is the session to aim for.

Sunday the 13th is a letdown – swell drops to 4ft, offshore wind but a fresh 35 km/h makes paddling a chore. Not worth it.

Tuesday the 15th is another winner. The morning has 5ft SW, 16 seconds, clean and cross-off. The afternoon is glassy again, with 10ft SW and 16 seconds – 4476 energy, clean, and for experts only.

Looking way out, Monday the 21st of September is the big one. The morning has 13ft WSW, 17 seconds, moderate offshore wind, and an energy reading of 10057. The afternoon is even bigger: 13ft SW, 18 seconds, light offshore, and 17860 energy. The report says “exceptional for expert surfers.” That’s a day to remember, but it’s a long way off, so don’t bank on it yet.

There are a few gaps in the second week – around the 14th and 18th – where conditions are poor or the swell is too small. That’s normal for this area.

Peak Rock is a reef break, so it loves the long-period SW groundswells. With the big swells over 8ft, it’s expert territory. Crowds are listed as “sometimes,” so you might have company, but on the best days, it’s worth it.

Best bets: Saturday the 12th and Tuesday the 15th. And if you’re feeling lucky, the 21st of September could be legendary.

Rusty.

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