Pitstops Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here with the imperial rundown.

We’ve got one spot on the radar for the next 16 days, and it’s a proper reef set-up that’s going to be pumping for the experienced crew. The water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, nothing wild there.

The whole window kicks off from Saturday 8 August with a solid 6ft groundswell from the south, with a super long 16-second period. The combined energy is hefty at 1870 (moderate to strong), and with a light, cross-off breeze, it’s going to be clean. This is expert territory though – over 5ft and pushing 7ft, so leave the foamies at home. Saturday afternoon holds similar with 6ft and 1592 energy.

Sunday 9 August drops a touch but still has 5ft to 5ft, though the conditions get a bit more marginal with a stronger breeze and a risk of storms. The energy is still there (1318 to 1136), but the quality might be a bit trickier.

Monday 10 August morning is a beauty – 5ft, 14-second period, clear skies, and a light 10 mph cross-off breeze. Energy jumps back up to 1770. The afternoon sees a shift to a cross-shore wind that could put a little texture on the face, but it’s still 5ft with a very long 20-second period and 2368 energy.

Now, Tuesday 11 August is where we get the real standout. Morning brings 7ft of south swell, 18-second period, and a ridiculous 3581 energy. Light breeze, clean, cross-off wind. This is a serious, powerful groundswell. The afternoon is still 7ft with 2460 energy. This is the best of the best on offer. For the experienced only.

Wednesday 12 August holds strong with 6ft in the morning and 6ft in the afternoon, both with 16-second period and light cross-off winds. Energy is 1579 and 1448. Clean as a whistle.

Thursday 13 August is a solid day – morning has 4ft from the SSE with a 19-second period and 2146 energy. The afternoon bumps up to 6ft and 2564 energy. Light winds all day.

Friday 14 August morning is another cracker – 8ft, 16-second period, 2517 energy. Light cross-off wind. The afternoon gets a cross-shore wind and drops to 7ft, so it’s a bit less clean, but still plenty of juice.

Saturday 15 August is glassy. Morning shows 6ft with a 3 mph offshore breeze – glassy conditions. 1548 energy. The afternoon has 5ft, still clean. This is a dream session for anyone who can handle the size.

We start to fade from Sunday 16 August onward. The swell drops to 5ft then 4ft, with energy falling to 1056 and then 772. Still good surf, just smaller.

Monday 17 August is a definite drop – 3ft to 3ft, energy down to 381 and 354. Good for the loggers, but nothing exciting.

Tuesday 18 August picks up a little with 5ft from the SSW, but the wind is moderate and conditions are marginal. The afternoon has a cross-shore texture. Not the best.

Wednesday 19 August through Friday 21 August sees a return of the swell. 6ft to 7ft, all from the SSW and S, with long periods (16-17 seconds) and light cross-off or glassy winds. Energy is between 1821 and 2511. This is a solid second half of the run, especially for the experienced.

Saturday 22 August and Sunday 23 August taper off again, with 5ft dropping to 5ft, and the wind picks up a bit on Sunday. Still rideable, but not the top shelf.

The standout: Without a doubt, Tuesday 11 August is the session to circle. That 7ft south groundswell with 18-second period and 3581 energy, combined with light cross-off winds, is as good as it gets. Saturday 15 August is a close second for that glassy, clean dawn patrol.

Crowds: This spot is listed as "often" crowded, so expect company, especially on the best days.

The bottom line: This is a reef break that’s going to be consistently good for the next two weeks, particularly for those who know what they’re doing. It’s a long-range forecast, so keep an eye on it, but the signs are looking proper.

Rusty.

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