Saltwater Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, checkin' in from the local stretch. We've got Saltwater on the radar, a point break that's got some potential for the beginners and cruisers out there, but we're gonna have to be patient. The water's sittin' at 65°, which is about what you'd expect for this time of year, no real surprises there.

For the first few days, it's pretty flat and messy. Wednesday the 2nd kicks off with a small 2ft S swell, but it's just not doing much. The real issue is the wind. We've got a bit of a mixed bag, but nothing that's gonna clean it up properly until we get some glassy conditions. Thursday and Friday are in the same boat – small, weak, and unappealing. Friday morning the 4th actually goes glassy with a tiny 3ft S swell, but the period is a short 7 seconds, so it's not got any punch. The combined energy is weak (89), so it's more of a paddle than a ride. Saturday the 5th is a write-off with onshore winds.

Sunday the 6th morning shows a glimmer of hope. A 4ft S swell with a clean offshore breeze from the SSW. The period is still short at 8 seconds, but the wind will make it rideable. The energy is moderate (166). It's not a standout, but it's the best we've seen so far.

Then we hit a bit of a lull. Monday the 7th through to Wednesday the 9th is mostly onshore and choppy, with the swell staying small and weak. Wednesday afternoon the 9th sees a jump in size to 6ft, but it's from the NE with a terrible 6-second period and strong cross-off winds. That's more of a mess than a wave.

Now, here's where it gets interesting. Thursday the 10th is a big day. The morning is tiny, but the afternoon brings a solid 10ft S swell with a 9-second period. The combined energy is strong (1491). The wind is a light cross-shore, so it might be a little bumpy, but that's a lot of water moving. For the experienced crew, this is your window. For beginners, that's way too much juice.

Friday the 11th is the real standout. Morning session is the call. We've got a 10ft SSE groundswell with a 10-second period, and it's glassy. The combined energy is very strong (1895). That's a proper swell, clean and powerful. This point break should handle that size well, offering some long, juicy lines. This is the one to circle on the calendar. The afternoon on the 11th drops off and gets onshore, so don't sleep in.

Saturday the 12th and Sunday the 13th are onshore and messy, with dropping swell. The following week from the 14th onwards is pretty poor. We get a glassy morning on Tuesday the 15th with a 6ft NE swell, but the period is a short 7 seconds, so it's not going to have much shape. After that, it's a mix of rain and strong onshore winds, killing any chance of decent surf.

So to wrap it up: the first week is a waiting game. The real action is Thursday the 10th afternoon for the brave, and Friday the 11th morning for the glory. Get on it.

- Rusty

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