Scratby Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get down to it for Scratby. First thing you need to know – there’s a lot of nothing in the first part of this forecast window. We’re talking about a solid ten-day stretch, starting August 29th, with barely any surf. Swell heights are piddling around 0.7 ft to 3 ft tops, and the combined energy numbers are all under 100 – weak stuff like 6, 12, 42. You’re better off staying on the beach with a beer than paddling out.

It’s not until Monday September 8th that the ocean starts to wake up a little, but the real moment comes on Wednesday September 9th. Wednesday morning the 9th, we get a 2 ft swell from the N, period 8 seconds, and the combined energy hits 104 (moderate wave energy). That’s the first time it’s worth looking at the water. But the true highlight – the one session to chase – is Wednesday afternoon the 9th. Swell from the N at 3 ft, period 8 seconds, and the wind is light from the NNW at 6 mph, making it clean cross-offshore conditions. Combined energy sits at 80. Not a pumping swell, but for Scratby, that’s about as clean and surfable as it gets in this whole 16-day stretch.

That afternoon, the waves are small enough for beginners, and the light wind means the surface should be decent. Scratby does see crowds sometimes, so don’t be surprised if there’s a few others out. Water temp is about normal for September – nothing weird going on there.

And then, just as quick as it came, it fades. The energy drops back below 100, and the final days from Thursday the 10th onward are back to poor surf and tiny waves. So don’t plan a week around it. This is a one-afternoon window. The rest is a dry spell that’s pretty typical for this area. Keep your eyes on the charts, but for now, Wednesday the 9th is your best and really only bet.

Rusty.

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