Scorpion Bay (San Juanico) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, it’s Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming up.

We’ve got a solid run of surf on the cards at Scorpion Bay (San Juanico). This is a classic point break that’s known for its long walls, but it’s inconsistent and when it does fire, it’s for the advanced crew. The water is a whopping 84°F right now, which is 6°F warmer than usual – that’s very unusual for this time of year, so you won’t need much more than a spring suit.

The energy kicks off Monday afternoon with a combined swell energy of 756 (moderate) and a 5ft S swell. It’s not the biggest, but with a 12 mph offshore W wind, it’ll be clean and glassy. That’s a solid start.

Tuesday morning is the real standout. The swell jumps to 6ft from the SSW, with a period of 12 seconds and a combined energy of 1068 (strong). The wind is a clean 12 mph offshore from the W. This is the best of the whole run – good size, good direction, and clean. Afternoon gets a bit windier at 19 mph, still offshore, but it’ll be choppier.

Wednesday morning drops to 4ft and 9-second period, but with a light 9 mph WNW offshore, it’ll be fun and clean for the skilled crew. Wednesday afternoon sees a weird one – a tiny 2ft SW swell but with a 15-second period, giving it some push. That long period stuff at a point break like this can be magic.

Thursday stays small with 2ft to 3ft SW swells, but the winds are light and mostly clean. It’s not going to be pumping, but there’ll be the odd set.

Friday afternoon looks good again – 4ft from the SSW, 18-second period, strong energy at 1080, and a gentle offshore breeze. That’s a beauty.

The weekend holds steady with 4ft to 5ft SSW swells, 14-16 second periods, and light offshore winds. Consistent and clean.

Monday 31st August morning is another highlight – 5ft SSW, 13-second period, energy at 890, and a gentle offshore wind. Then we hit a bit of a lull.

Tuesday 1st September and Wednesday 2nd September are poor with strong winds and small surf. Not worth paddling out.

Thursday 3rd September morning picks up with 3ft SSW, 19-second period, and moderate offshore wind – a long period groundswell that’ll peel nicely down the point. Energy is 809.

Friday 4th September and Saturday 5th September are both very good – 4ft to 4ft SSW swells, 16-17 second periods, clean winds. The point will be working.

The last few days of the run (6th to 8th September) are smaller, around 3ft, but with long periods and clean conditions, so there’s still something to ride.

If you’re picking the best of the bunch, it’s Tuesday 25th August morning with that 6ft SSW swell, and Friday 28th August afternoon with the 4ft 18-second groundswell and clean breeze. That’s the cream of the crop.

Remember, this is an advanced, inconsistent spot, and crowds are always an issue here. Get there early.

Rusty.

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