Tandjungs-Rights Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, grab your board, let’s see what’s happening. Rusty here.

We’ve got a lumpy run ahead for Tandjung-Rights, a heavy advanced reef break that’s very consistent. The whole 16-day window looks like it's dealing with some pretty persistent cross-onshore wind and a very solid, long-period SSW groundswell. The water’s sitting at a pretty average 80°, so nothing weird there. But don’t get too excited – the wind is going to be a constant issue, leaving things choppy and messy. The swell direction is South, which isn't a perfect match for the optimum S direction, but it’s close enough.

We kick off Thursday the 13th with a big 8ft S swell and a 16-second period, packing a massive 3707 combined energy, but that ESE 12 mph cross-on wind is ruining it. It's powerful but ugly. That pattern pretty much holds all week – big swells (7ft to 7ft) from the SSW with periods around 15 to 17 seconds, but always the same cross-on wind from the SE or ESE. It’s surfable for an advanced crew, but it’s a chop-fest.

The best chance for something a bit cleaner might be Tuesday the 18th afternoon. The swell drops a touch to 6ft from the SSW (16-second period, 2221 energy) and the wind swings to just “on” from the ESE, which is the best we see all window. It’s still not perfect, but it’s the closest to clean we get.

There’s another pulse of bigger swell coming in around the 19th and 20th, with 8ft SSW swell and 18-second periods, energy readings over 3000 and 3400 – serious juice. But again, the cross-on wind is relentless. This is a spot for experts only when it’s over 8ft. Beginners, stay well clear.

From the 21st of August onward, it’s more of the same. The wind picks up a bit at times (16 mph on the 21st), making things even gnarlier and choppier. Given the strong side-shore wind, powerful swell, and the reef setup, this whole stretch looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.

Don’t expect any true standout days here. It’s a long run of powerful but messy surf. If you’re an expert and you’re desperate, target Tuesday the 18th afternoon for the most manageable conditions, or take your chances on a big, raw day. For everyone else, give this one a miss.

- Rusty

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