Schnappers Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what we’ve got.

Honestly, it’s a tough stretch ahead for Schnappers Point. For the next several days, it’s pretty much a write-off. We’re looking at weak, short-period swells and winds that just won’t play nice. It’s frustrating, but sometimes that’s the way it goes. This quiet spell runs right through the start of the period.

Starting on the morning of Saturday, August 29th, we get a tiny 2ft swell from the north, but it’s only got an 8-second period and the wind is a cross-offshore breeze. The overall wave energy is weak (66), and it’s just not doing anything exciting. The conditions are ordinary, so I wouldn’t rush out.

Things stay flat and messy right through the rest of the month and into early September. We see a few days with nothing, and when there is a little bump, the wind is on it or it’s choppy. You’re looking at a stretch of at least 5 or 6 days without anything worth paddling out for. Even the water temp is just about average for the time of year, so there’s no real story there.

Now, keep your eyes on Monday, September 7th. The afternoon brings a shift. We get a 5ft north swell with a 9-second period, but more importantly, the wind swings to a cross-offshore from the southwest. The combined swell energy is moderate (380), and the wave comment says it’s “good surf conditions”. This is the first real standout. It’s not huge, but it’ll be clean. Expect a few other surfers though, as it can get busy here.

The real standout, the one you want to mark on your calendar, is Wednesday morning, September 9th. This is a proper pulse. A 8ft swell from the northwest with a 10-second period. That’s solid, powerful surf. The combined energy jumps right up to 1848 – that’s strong. The wind is a light cross-offshore, and the description is “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers”. This is for the crew who know what they’re doing; too much punch for beginners. This is the best on offer, no question.

After that, the energy drops away again. The morning of September 10th gives a glassy 3ft north swell, but it’s weak (108). The rest of the second week is pretty flat with onshore winds, so don’t hold your breath.

So, in short: wait out the first week. The call is for Monday afternoon the 7th for some clean, fun waves, but the absolute standout is the morning of Wednesday the 9th for a serious session for experienced surfers only.

Rusty.

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