Right and Left Side Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for Right and Left Side.

Honestly, it’s a tough start. The first week and a half is pretty much a write-off. We’re looking at a solid 9-day stretch where the wind is just junk – mostly cross-onshore, gusty, and keeping things choppy and messy. There’s swell popping up, but it’s not doing us any favours with that wind. You’ll see waves around 4ft to 7ft, mostly from the west, but the conditions are just poor. Don’t bother paddling out until things change.

Then, around Friday the 11th, things start to get interesting. The swell picks up big time, hitting 10ft from the west on Friday morning, with a solid 11-second period. The combined energy is a massive 2207 (strong to very strong), so there’s some serious power in the water. That’s expert territory for sure – too big for nearly everyone. The wind is still a bit cross, but it’s light, so it’s a step in the right direction.

The real standout window opens up on Saturday the 12th afternoon. That’s the one to circle. The wind drops to glassy – dead calm, 0 mph – and we’ve got a clean 8ft west swell rolling in with an 11-second period. The water here is about average for the time of year, sitting at 86°F. This is a reef break, and with that long period, it’s going to be lined up and punchy. It’s an advanced spot, and it’s inconsistent, so you’ll want to be patient, but when a set comes through, it’ll be worth the wait. Expect some crowds here, as it’s a known spot.

Sunday the 13th morning is another cracker – glassy again, with a 10ft west swell and a 12-second period. The energy is through the roof at 2486. This is big, powerful, and only for the experienced crew. If you’re not comfortable charging, give this one a miss.

There’s a drop-off mid-week, but then Wednesday the 16th morning brings another good one. Clean, glassy conditions with a 8ft west swell, 10-second period, and strong energy (1494). That’s a solid, surfable morning for the advanced guys.

The long-range stuff around the 17th looks promising but less certain – wave heights around 8ft from the west again, but the wind is a little more cross, so not as clean as the glassy windows.

So, to sum it up: the first 9 days are a total dud. The best on offer is Saturday the 12th afternoon and Sunday the 13th morning. That’s your window. Mark it. Be there.

Rusty.

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