Pererenan Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, this is Rusty, and I’ve got a good look at what’s coming for us right here.

First thing you need to know: the water temp is sitting at about 80°, which is pretty much what you’d expect for this time of year. Nothing weird going on there.

Alright, let’s talk surf. The next 16 days have some serious swell pulsing in, but it’s not all going to be perfect. The main driver is a consistent, long-period SSW groundswell showing up from the 11th of August, with a massive 17-second period right out of the gate. The combined energy that first Tuesday morning is reading at a meaty 5146 (strong energy), so there’s plenty of power in the water. But here’s the thing – the wind is a bit of a drama. For the first few days, we’re looking at a moderate cross-shore breeze from the SE, around 12 mph, which is going to put a bit of a chop on the surface. The swell is big, about 10 ft, but that wind is keeping it from being clean. It’s a bit of a grumpy, lumpy start.

The standout window, the one I’d circle on your calendar, kicks off on the morning of the 19th of August (Wednesday). The swell drops back to a very manageable 8 ft, still from the SSW, with a solid 17-second period. The wind switches to a cross-offshore from the ESE, blowing at 12 mph, and the forecast calls for clean conditions. The combined energy is still strong at 3379. This is the best we’re going to see – real power, good shape, and the wind is finally your friend. It’s a classic setup for Pererenan, which is a beach and reef setup, so watch the inside sections.

Now, if you want to push it, the morning of the 21st of August (Friday) is worth a mention too. The swell bounces back up to 8 ft, 17-second period, and the wind is lighter at 9 mph and cross-offshore. The energy is pumping at 3445. The forecast even says "excellent" for experienced surfers. That’s your call if you’re confident and want a bit more size. The winds are glassy in the morning, but by the afternoon, it starts to get a cross-shore bump.

For the rest of the run, the daily pattern is a morning of cleaner conditions turning into a slightly choppier afternoon. The size drops away after the 20th, hovering around 5 ft to 7 ft for the tail end of the month. The last week has lighter winds, but the swell is smaller and the period drops, so the energy fades a bit. It’s still surfable, just not as punchy.

A couple of heads-up: The waves are over 8 ft on the 11th and 13th, so that’s expert territory only. Also, you’ve got a very long period (17 seconds) with this swell, which means the sets are going to be spread out, but the waves will have plenty of push. The paddle out won’t be too bad, but the wait between sets will test your patience.

Overall, target the 19th and 21st of August for the best conditions. The rest of the window is a waiting game with some decent waves and a bit of a wind battle.

This is Rusty, signing off.

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