Point Roadnight Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. Look, I’ll be straight with you – Point Roadnight is a rare bird, a point break that doesn’t fire often, but when it does, it’s a gem. The coming weeks have a bit of a slow start, then a real pulse of energy, so let’s talk it through.

We’re kicking off on Wednesday the 19th of August, but it’s a write-off. Light rain, a cross-on breeze from the NNE at 22 mph, and a tiny 2 ft SW swell with a period of 15 seconds. The combined energy is weak (156), and it’s just lumpy, poor surf. That carries through Thursday the 20th – the swell is still small, 1 ft to 2 ft, but the wind swings offshore from the NW, cleaning things up. Still, with only 2 ft on offer, it’s more of a paddle than a session. The energy is still moderate (170).

Friday the 21st sees a little more life. The swell bumps up to 2 ft from the SW, period 15 seconds, and the wind stays offshore from the WNW. The combined energy climbs to 294, but it’s still marginal. The afternoon looks better, with a 2 ft swell and a longer 18-second period, pushing the energy to 382. It’s clean, but you’re still hunting for a wave.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Saturday the 22nd of August. The swell jumps to 5 ft from the SW, period 16 seconds, and the wind is offshore from the W at 9 mph. This is very good surf. The energy is strong (1207), and the morning session is the pick with gentle offshore winds. This is a standout for the window – a solid, clean swell at a point break that loves a long period swell. It’s not for beginners at 5 ft, but for intermediates, it’s a treat. Crowds are possible here, so get in early.

Sunday the 23rd is a beauty. The swell holds at 5 ft from the SW, period 16 seconds, and the afternoon turns glassy with a WSW breeze at just 3 mph. The combined energy is very strong (1391). This is the best on offer – glassy conditions, a clean point break, and excellent surf for experienced surfers. The water temperature is about 57°, which is pretty normal for this time of year. If you can only pick one session, this is it.

Monday the 24th drops off. The swell sinks to 2 ft, and a cross-shore from the NNW at 12 mph chops it up. Poor again. Tuesday the 25th brings a punch – 8 ft from the SW, period 13 seconds, with a solid offshore from the SW at 12 mph. The energy is huge (2243), but this is expert territory. For the average surfer, it’s a real handful. The afternoon drops to 5 ft, but the wind goes cross-off.

The rest of the week is mixed. Wednesday the 26th has 3 ft to 4 ft SW swells, clean conditions, and moderate energy (395 to 419). Good, but not a standout. By Thursday the 27th, it’s back to poor surf with strong cross-off winds and weak energy.

Now, looking ahead to the second week, there’s a big pulse on Friday the 28th of August. A 7 ft SW swell with an 18-second period, energy at 2366 – very strong. But the wind is cross-off, and the surf is marginal due to the power. Saturday the 29th is even bigger: 10 ft from the SW, period 14 seconds, and energy through the roof (5535). This is serious, heavy swell – experts only, and even then, it’s a challenge. The point break will handle it, but it’s a beast.

Sunday the 30th drops to a more manageable 5 ft from the SSW, with light winds and clean conditions. Good energy (621). Monday the 31st fades to 3 ft, and the wind goes cross-on, killing it. Tuesday the 1st of September is marginal, and Wednesday the 2nd is poor in the morning, but the afternoon has a surprise: a 2 ft swell with a 20-second period – very long period – and clean conditions. The energy is moderate (395), but that period is a sign of quality if the size was there.

Finally, Thursday the 3rd of September: glassy morning with a 4 ft SW swell, period 17 seconds, and energy at 661. Good surf, clean, and a nice way to close the window.

So, the standout? Sunday the 23rd of August – glassy, 5 ft, clean, and that point break will be magic. Saturday the 22nd is also a cracker. The big stuff on the 28th and 29th is for the brave. Stay safe out there.

Rusty.

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