Pitstops Surf Forecast and Surf Report

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

We've got a bit of a slow burn to start, but there are a couple of standout days that are shaping up real nice. Overall, it's a mixed bag of swell and wind, so you'll need to be patient.

Sunday the 13th is a write-off. We've got a cross-off wind coming in at 16 mph, and conditions are just too messy with the storms around for anything worthwhile. The swell is there at 5 ft from the SSW with a very long 17-second period, but that wind is ruining it. The water temp here is 85°, about average for the time of year, so at least you won't need a thick suit.

Monday the 14th looks slightly cleaner in the morning with a cross-off breeze, but the surf is still only 4 ft, and the energy is moderate (927). It's rideable for a beginner, but not exciting.

Tuesday the 15th morning is where things start to look up. We get a clean cross-off wind, a consistent 4 ft SSW swell, and it's a gentle breeze, making it a proper session for someone just getting into it. The energy is still moderate (782).

The pattern continues through the week, with mornings offering cleaner conditions but swell dropping slightly. By Friday the 18th, the swell fades to 3 ft, and the afternoon is a total loss.

Now, here's the glimmer. Monday the 21st has a light breeze in the morning, and then Monday afternoon turns glassy – that's a proper window with 3 ft of clean, lined-up surf. That's the kind of session you wait for.

Then we get a solid pulse. Wednesday the 23rd morning brings a jump in swell energy to 1140, with a 4 ft S swell and a clean 6 mph cross-off. That's a great day for a longboard or a fish.

But the real standout, the one you circle on the calendar, is Sunday the 27th. We're looking at a serious groundswell hitting 3 ft in the morning with a crazy long 23-second period and light offshore wind. The energy is very strong (1979). This is an "excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers" call. The swell direction matches the optimum SSW direction perfectly. This will be clean and powerful – best suited for reef and point setups, as that long period will make the beach breaks a bit too straight. It's a big, clean wave for those who know what they're doing. It stays good through Monday the 28th, with 6 ft to 7 ft of S swell and clean winds, but that gets into expert territory size-wise.

So, the pick of the fortnight is that Sunday the 27th and Monday the 28th. That's the big one. It's a long way out, but the signals are strong. The crowds at Pitstops are often around, so for that Sunday, get there early to claim your spot.

Rusty out.

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