Saint Leu Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G’day, Rusty here. We’ve got a solid run of surf coming up at Saint Leu, a world-class point break that handles the big stuff. It’s a consistent, exposed spot that loves a solid groundswell from the WSW, and the forecast has it lining up beautifully. The water’s sitting at about average for this time of year, so nothing out of the ordinary there.

The week kicks off calm, but the surf is a bit average to start. Friday the 21st has a 4ft SW swell at 14 seconds, but the wind is cross-on with light ripples, so it’s messy. The wave energy is only moderate (739), so it’s a bit of a skunk session. Not one to get excited about.

Saturday morning the 22nd is where it starts to get interesting. The swell bumps up to 6ft from the SW, with a 14-second period and glassy conditions. The combined energy is solid (1188), making for a clean, punchy point wave. This is a proper standout for experienced surfers. The afternoon stays clean with a light cross-off breeze.

Sunday the 23rd brings a morning of 8ft SW swell at 14 seconds, glassy and pumping. The energy is really strong (2603), and the wave quality is excellent for experienced surfers. The afternoon does get a bit onshore, so the morning is the pick.

Monday the 24th is a cracker. Eight-point-two foot SSW swell, 14-second period, glassy all day, and energy readings in the 2200–2400 range. This is top-tier surf for experienced crew. The wave shape will be long and walled, and with consistent offshore winds in the forecast, it’s a standout session.

Tuesday the 25th still holds good size at 6ft SSW, dropping to 5ft in the afternoon. Mornings are glassy, afternoons clean with cross-off wind. The energy is still moderate to strong (1083–909). Very good surf.

Wednesday the 26th is a bit mixed. The morning has a 5ft SW swell with onshore wind, so it’s messy. But the afternoon is a gem: 4ft SSW swell, but with a very long 17-second period and glassy conditions. The energy is strong (1538) and the wave will be smooth and powerful. A bit of a sleeper session.

Thursday the 27th is for experts only. The swell jumps to 8ft SSW, with a very long 17-second period in the morning. The energy is massive (4190), and the wind is cross-off and clean. The afternoon stays big but the wind picks up to 12 mph, making it a bit more challenging.

Friday the 28th is a beast. Sixteen-foot SSW swell, 16-second period, and a fresh offshore wind from the SE at 19–22 mph. The energy is off the charts (13530), and this is only for the most experienced. The wave will be huge, powerful, and clean, but it’s a serious paddle and a serious commitment. This is a true standout for experts.

Saturday the 29th is still huge, with 13ft SSW swell dropping to 12ft S, with offshore winds and clean conditions. The energy is still very strong (6831–5416). Exceptional for expert surfers.

Sunday the 30th is a great drop-off day. Eight-point-two foot S swell, 13-second period, with offshore and glassy conditions. The energy is still solid (2232–2995). Excellent for experienced surfers.

Monday the 31st through to the end of the outlook sees the swell easing. Monday morning has 5ft S swell, glassy, with moderate energy (569). The rest of the week offers smaller, clean waves in the 2ft to 4ft range, with mostly glassy or clean conditions. Nothing to write home about, but a fun longboard session or a chance to work on technique.

The standout sessions are Saturday the 22nd, Monday the 24th, and the big Friday the 28th for the experts. The long period swells will be a joy at this point break, with long, running waves and easy paddling between sets.

Rusty.

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