Point Mugu Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s happening on our local stretch of coast. It’s gonna be a quiet start, so don’t be in a rush.

We’ve got a long gap of very small, unimpressive surf to kick things off. From Tuesday the 18th of August right through to Saturday the 22nd, the waves are tiny, mostly around 1ft to 3ft, and the conditions are just ordinary. There’s a bit of a long-period groundswell in the mix, but the energy is weak, with combined energy readings sitting between 119 and 294. The wind is mostly cross or cross-off, which keeps things clean, but there’s just not enough push to get excited about. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no wild surprises there.

Things start to look a little more promising on Sunday the 23rd, with the morning session at Point Mugu offering a clean little wave. The swell is still only 1ft, but it’s coming from the SW with a very long period of 19 seconds. That long period gives it some grunt for its size, and the combined energy is a moderate 268. The wind is a light offshore, making for glassy conditions. It’s a beginner-friendly break, and with the swell being so small, it’s perfect for a longboard or a funboard. Crowds are sometimes an issue here, so get in early.

The real standout, though, is shaping up for Friday the 28th of August. The afternoon session at Point Mugu is looking like the best of the whole run. We’ll see a 3ft swell from the west, with a 10-second period, and the combined energy jumps to a strong 404. The wind is light and offshore, making for super clean waves. This is a solid, fun-sized swell for a point break like this, and it’s going to offer some really nice lines. It’s a far cry from the tiny stuff before it.

The following weekend, the 29th and 30th, keeps the hope alive. The swell holds around 3ft from the SSW, with a 17-second period, and the energy is strong, hitting 505 on Saturday morning and 471 in the afternoon. The wind is offshore or light cross-off, so the waves will be tidy. It’s still small enough for all abilities, but the long period means you’ll feel the energy. The crowds are something to keep in mind on these clearer days, but the quality on offer is worth the company.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a write-off. Don’t bother until the 23rd, and even then, keep expectations low until Friday the 28th. That Friday afternoon, and the following weekend, are your best bets. The long period swells are ideal for a point like Point Mugu, giving you clean, lined-up waves.

Stay stoked, and I’ll see you out there.

Rusty

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