Raffs Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, let’s talk about what’s coming up for Raffs Beach. This is a beginner-friendly, exposed beach break that really needs a solid SSW swell and some clean wind to get going. Water temp is sitting at 55.9°F which is about normal for this time of year, so nothing out of the ordinary there.

The first real chance to get wet hits Saturday morning, August 29th. We’ve got a 5 ft SSW swell, period of 14 seconds – that’s a nice groundswell with some energy behind it (903). The wind is a light, cross-off WNW breeze, and the call is for clean conditions. It’s a pretty good start for the weekend, though the crowd factor is “sometimes” so don’t expect solitude.

Saturday afternoon turns messy. The swell bumps up to 7.2 ft but the wind swings onshore from the south, making it choppy and questionable. Not worth paddling out.

Sunday morning, August 30th, looks better. Swell holds at 5.9 ft from the SW, still a 13-second period, and again that WNW cross-off wind keeps it clean. The wave energy is moderate (1256). This is a solid morning for the experienced beginner or intermediate surfer.

Monday morning, August 31st, is a real standout. The swell is 6.2 ft SW, 14-second period, with a tiny NNW breeze at 5 km/h – almost glassy. The energy is up (1583) and the surf is clean. This is the best morning of the first week. Light crowds possible.

Tuesday morning, September 1st, brings a proper offshore wind from the north at 25 km/h, with a 5.9 ft SW swell and a 15-second period. That’s long-period groundswell, so expect good shape, longer lulls, and clean lines. The energy is strong (1537). This is another top pick for those who can handle the longer period – better on the point if there is one nearby, but at a beach break it might be a bit walled.

Wednesday, September 2nd, the swell jumps to 8.2 ft from the WSW with a 14-second period and a cross-shore wind. The energy is strong (3632), but the wind isn’t ideal. This one is more for the experienced surfer, and it’s getting big.

Thursday, September 3rd, stays big with 7.9 ft to 8.2 ft SW swell, moderate cross-off wind in the morning, but rain showers join the party. Afternoon sees 8.2 ft and cross-shore wind. Not the cleanest, and it’s pushing into expert territory.

Friday, September 4th, drops a bit to 6.2 ft to 6.6 ft SW, but the wind is fresh and cross-off. The energy is still moderate to strong (1375-1784). It’s raw and windy, but there will be waves.

Saturday, September 5th, is a write-off. 11.5 ft SW swell, 35 km/h cross-shore wind, lumpy, and too big for this break. That’s for the tow crews or kite surfers, not paddle surfing.

Sunday, September 6th, through Monday, September 7th, the swell drops back to 5.6 ft to 6.9 ft, but the wind is strong to fresh, 30-45 km/h, and the energy is moderate. There will be waves, but they’ll be messy and blown out. Not recommended.

Tuesday, September 8th, is a hard pass. Onshore wind, 7.5 ft to 6.9 ft SW swell, and the energy is high (3146) but the conditions are poor. Stay on the beach.

Now, the second week starts to show some promise. Wednesday, September 9th morning, we have 7.5 ft SW swell, 16-second period, with a cross-off WNW wind at 20 km/h. The energy is very strong (3675). This is a long-period groundswell, and the wind is clean. This could be a beauty, but it’s a big swell and long period, so it’s for experienced surfers only. The afternoon is too big again at 9.8 ft.

Thursday, September 10th, holds at 8.2 ft SW with a 15-second period, and the wind stays cross-off in the morning. The energy is strong (3021). Another good one for the experienced crew.

Friday, September 11th, the swell drops to a more manageable 5.9 ft SW, 14-second period, with a light cross-off breeze. The energy is moderate (1152). The morning is clean and excellent. This is a standout for the second week, especially for intermediate surfers who want a clean, fun size.

Saturday, September 12th morning, is a big one again – 9.8 ft from the SSW, 12-second period,

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