Peak Rock Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s on the menu for Peak Rock over the next couple of weeks.

Alright, we’re looking at a solid run of SW groundswell for Peak Rock, but it’s not all smooth sailing. The water’s sitting at 56°, which is about normal for this time of year, nothing wild there.

The first few days are a bit of a tease. Starting Tuesday the 1st, we’ve got a strong 6ft SW groundswell at 16 seconds, but a stiff 25 mph north wind is making it clean but a real wrestle to paddle into. The energy is strong (1568), but it’s hard work. Wednesday the 2nd is better with a 7ft to 7ft SW swell, clean cross-offshore winds, and the energy is pumping (2306-2470). But the quality is still just okay, not a standout.

Now, Thursday the 3rd to Saturday the 5th is where things get heavy. The swell is building from 10ft to a massive 13ft with very strong energy (3678 to 10112). This is expert-only territory. Winds are strong and cross-offshore, so it’s clean but messy with all that power. Honestly, for a reef break, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing, especially on Saturday afternoon when the energy is hitting 10112.

The real standout for the first week is Sunday the 6th. The swell drops to a more manageable 8ft in the morning, still a solid SW groundswell, but the wind swings to a gentle offshore from the NNW at 9 mph. The energy is still strong (2746), and the waves will be clean and powerful. Then in the afternoon, it goes glassy with a 7ft swell. That’s pure bliss for experienced surfers, and the best session of the week.

After that, Monday the 7th is a dud with tiny 3ft swell. The next real highlight is Tuesday the 8th. Morning brings a crisp 6ft SW groundswell with a very long 18-second period, light offshore wind, and strong energy (2356). The long period will make for some beautiful, long lines at this reef, but remember, sets will be spaced out. The afternoon, however, turns into a messy 12ft cross-shore chop.

Wednesday the 9th is straight up dangerous. We’re talking a 20ft SW swell with 21748 energy and a strong cross-onshore wind. This is un-surfable for anyone.

Then we have a gap. From Thursday the 10th through to Monday the 14th, the surf is inconsistent with a mix of clean and cross-off days, but the swell is mostly in the 5ft to 7ft range with moderate energy (around 1500-2800). It’s okay, but nothing to write home about. The best in that stretch is Saturday the 12th morning with a 7ft SW swell and a moderate offshore, giving clean, fun waves.

The secondary standout is Sunday the 13th morning. It’s a glassy 5ft SW swell with moderate energy (950). Not huge, but perfect for a longboard or a fun fish when it’s that clean.

The final days fizzle out. Monday the 14th afternoon is clean with a 7ft swell, but Tuesday the 15th is just average. Wednesday the 16th is a total write-off with strong onshore winds and a messy cross-chop.

So, to sum it up: Sunday the 6th is the best bet for the first week – that beautiful morning offshore and the afternoon glass are the clear winners. Tuesday the 8th morning is a promising second option for the long-period groundswell lovers, but it’s a one-session window. The rest is either too big, too windy, or just average.

Rusty.

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