Point Leo Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up for Point Leo. We’ve got a solid run of south-west groundswell on the way, but you’ll want to pick your windows carefully because the wind is going to be a bit of a mixed bag.

The water temperature is sitting at 56°F, which is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

The first real standout arrives Sunday the 23rd of August. Afternoon glass-off with a 6ft SW swell coming in at 13 seconds. The combined swell energy is strong at 1793, and with that light north-west wind going glassy, it’s going to be clean and lined up. This is the pick of the first few days for sure.

Monday the 24th is a write-off with strong northerly winds. Tuesday the 25th has a bit of morning rain and cross-on wind, but Tuesday afternoon turns glassy again with a 5ft SW, 13-second swell. Combined energy is 1102, so moderate to strong, and it’ll be worth a sneaky late session.

Wednesday the 26th is messy with cross-shore wind, so keep the board on the rack.

Now, get ready for this. Friday the 28th of August is the absolute standout of the whole outlook. Morning starts with a 5ft SW swell and a very long 18-second period, combined energy of 2058, and clean north-west offshore wind. That’s a proper groundswell with serious push. Then Friday afternoon gets even better: 6ft SW, 17 seconds, combined energy 2169, and glassy conditions. This is the session you plan your week around. Point Leo is a reef break, so that long-period energy will wrap in beautifully.

Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th keep the goods coming. Saturday morning has 5ft SW with offshore wind and clean conditions. Sunday morning is 6ft with cross-offshore wind, still clean and a strong 1558 energy. Sunday afternoon pushes up to 7ft, but picks up a cross-shore wind and some chop, so it’s not as clean.

Monday the 31st through Tuesday the 1st of September holds excellent surf for experienced surfers. Both mornings have offshore wind and swell around 7ft, energy around 1800-1900. This is powerful, consistent reef-firing swell. Not for beginners at all, but if you’ve got the skills, it’s a feast.

Wednesday the 2nd of September starts with a crazy 40 km/h north-northwest wind in the morning – a skip for sure – but the afternoon cleans right up with offshore wind and a 5ft SW swell.

The run carries on with lower energy after that, and by the 4th of September, we get a 10ft WSW swell, but it’s riding on a short 10-second period and lined up with gusty winds. That’s messy and big, more of a challenge than a pleasure.

From the 5th of September onwards, we’re looking at gale-force winds and big, confused swell. Wave energy peaks at 5762 on the Saturday afternoon, but with those winds it’s blown out and dangerous. This stretch is for kite surfers only, if anyone. Paddling into an 12ft SW swell with 50 km/h winds is asking for trouble.

Wrap it up: Friday the 28th of August is the clear winner – head high, long-period, glassy conditions, and clean. Get on it.

Rusty.

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