Sanur - Grand Hyatt Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the Bali region, specifically for Sanur's Grand Hyatt reef break. It's a bit of a mixed bag, so let's talk it through.

Straight up, I gotta be honest with you. The next 16 days are looking pretty grim for this spot. The swell is running, but the wind is just not playing ball. For the entire first week, the wind is hammering from the wrong direction, mostly onshore, leaving the surface super choppy and messy. It's a real shame because there's plenty of energy in the water. On Thursday the 27th of August, you'll see the combined energy of all swells is a very strong 1647 (moderate wave energy), with a 3ft SSW groundswell (20 seconds period), but that cross-onshore wind just kills it. You'll get a few waves, but it'll be a battle.

The pick of a pretty average bunch is shaping up to be Saturday the 29th of August. The morning session will see a slightly cleaner 6ft SSW swell, and the wind drops to a light breeze, making it a "light cross-onshore with small wind ripples" situation. It's not perfect, but it's the best you'll find. The combined energy is a solid 1524 (moderate wave energy) so there's some push there. Even then, the crowds are often a thing at Sanur, so don't expect to have it to yourself.

After that, the outlook gets even worse. From the 30th of August right through to the 10th of September, the wind is consistently onshore, mostly a moderate breeze, and the surf quality is junk. There are some bigger swells on the charts, like a 8ft SSW on the 28th of August and a 7ft on the 9th of September, but with the wind howling, it's going to be a washing machine. The energy is high, with the 28th of August showing a very strong 3037 (strong wave energy), but it's just not rideable for a paddle surfer. Honestly, for the last week of the forecast, you'd be better off looking for a kite if that's your thing, because this setup is going to be blown out.

So, the bottom line: there's no real standout. Saturday morning the 29th of August is your only window for a chance at something decent, and even that's a gamble. It's a long stretch of poor conditions, but that's Bali in this season sometimes. Hang tight, the forecasts can change, but for now, it's a time to be patient.

Rusty.

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