Publics Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the table for Publics. Honestly, it's a bit of a mixed bag for the next couple of weeks. We've got some sizeable swells coming through, but the wind and conditions are going to be the main talking points. It's not going to be one of those classic, clean, wall-to-wall sessions, but there are a few moments that could be worth a paddle.

We kick off Sunday, September 6th with a solid 7ft swell from the ENE pushing in, but the wind is a fresh 19 mph cross-offshore. The wave energy is strong at 1932, so there's plenty of push, but the breeze will keep it a bit bumpy. It's not terrible, but it's not perfect either. The water temp is sitting at 81°, which is pretty much what you'd expect for this time of year.

Monday the 7th looks like the pick of the first week. The swell bumps up to 8ft from the ENE, with the combined energy hitting a whopping 3428 – that's serious power. The wind stays cross-offshore at 16 mph. This is getting into expert territory at that size, especially with that much energy behind it. If you've got the skills and a bigger board, Monday morning could offer some memorable waves, but it's going to be a challenge for the average punter.

After that, things drop off a cliff. Tuesday the 8th sees the wind swing onshore, and the conditions turn to slop. From Wednesday the 9th right through to Saturday the 12th, we're looking at a mix of small, weak swells and moderate to fresh cross-off winds. The wave energy dips down to around 500-600, which is moderate at best. There are a few moments of clean conditions, but the swell just isn't there. It's a tough stretch.

Then there's a real flat spot from Sunday the 13th through to Wednesday the 16th of September. The swell drops to a pathetic 1ft to 3ft, and the wave energy bottoms out as low as 85. That's barely a ripple. The wind is still howling at 19-22 mph from the ENE, so it's a total write-off for surfing. If you're a kite surfer, that strong cross-off wind and tiny swell might actually look pretty good, but for paddle surfing, forget it.

Now, looking into the second week, Thursday the 17th of September brings a sudden pulse of swell back to 8ft from the E. The energy jumps to 1100, so it's strong, but the period is a short 8 seconds. That's windswell, so it'll be a bit fat and won't have the same punch as a groundswell. The wind is a moderate cross-off. It's a promising blip, but with that short period, it's not going to be the standout. Friday the 18th is similar, with 7ft to 7ft swell from the ENE, but the energy drops a bit.

The real question mark is Sunday the 20th of September. We see another 8ft swell from the ENE, but the period is a very short 7 seconds and the wind is a strong 22 mph cross-off. The energy is moderate at 847. It's got size, but the conditions are going to be rough. The last couple of days, Monday the 21st, look poor again with strong winds and poor conditions.

So, to sum it up: Monday the 7th of September is your best bet for the whole outlook. That 8ft ENE swell with clean cross-off wind is the standout, even if it's a bit much for the inexperienced. For the rest, it's a waiting game with plenty of flat and windy days in between. Don't hold your breath, but keep an eye on that Monday morning.

Rusty.

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