Tubes Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what the next couple of weeks have in store for Tubes.

The swell window is open, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag. We’ve got a solid run of SW groundswell coming through, starting off strong and building into some serious size. The water is sitting at 64° – a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so you might want that extra layer if you’re hanging out for a session.

Monday 6th kicks things off, but don’t get too excited. The swell is a decent 6ft from the SW with a 12-second period, but we’ve got a light cross-onshore wind from the ESE that’s putting a little bump on the face. The wave energy is strong (1172), but the wind is holding it back from being clean.

Tuesday 7th is where it starts to come together. Morning sees a 7ft SW swell with a light cross-offshore breeze from the W. The waves are clean, and by the afternoon the wind swings SW and goes glassy offshore. This is a solid session for intermediates – clean, consistent, and the water should be fun. The combined energy is pumping at 1426 for the morning.

Wednesday 8th holds good size, 8ft in the morning and 7ft in the afternoon, still SW and 13-second period. But the wind picks up – a fresh breeze from the WSW in the afternoon makes it choppier. The energy is very strong (1937+), but the quality drops. A morning session is the go if you can.

Thursday 9th sees the swell jump to a solid 10ft from the SW, and the period stretches to 14 seconds. That’s serious groundswell, and the combined energy is huge (3762). But it’s a cross-offshore wind from the WSW, so it’s going to be a handful. This is only for experienced surfers – the power and size will be intimidating.

Friday 10th is the first real standout. We’re looking at 12ft of SSW groundswell, with a 13-second period, and in the morning the wind goes completely glassy. That’s a magic window. The energy is enormous (4404), and the conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. Don’t be late. The crowd might be an issue – this spot can get busy. Afternoon brings a light cross-onshore, spoiling the perfection.

Saturday 11th drops a little in size to 7ft, but the wind is onshore and the morning has some rain. Not the best for paddle surfing; it’s more of a kite day.

We then hit a lull. Sunday 12th and Monday 13th stay marginal – some cross-off winds but the swell direction shifts to SE and SSE with short periods (8-9 seconds). The energy drops off. Tuesday 14th afternoon offers a brief bright spot with a 7ft SE swell and clean offshore SW wind. It’s surfable but not the star of the show.

From Wednesday 15th through Friday 17th, the swell fades. Waves drop to 5ft or less, with periods in the 8-9 second range. The energy is weak (below 600). It’s ordinary, small, and clean at times but nothing to write home about. There’s a gap of several days with no real recommendation.

Then we get a big reminder of what’s possible. Sunday 19th brings a massive pulse of SW swell, hitting 15ft in the morning. The period is 12 seconds, and the wind is gentle and offshore from the SW. This is a beast of a day – combined energy is a staggering 5709. Only experts should even think about it. Afternoon holds at 13ft, still clean.

Monday 20th is the second standout. 10ft SW groundswell, 14-second period, and a glassy morning with zero wind. The energy is huge (3950), and the conditions are pristine. For experienced surfers, this is the one to circle. Afternoon stays clean with a light cross-off breeze.

Tuesday 21st keeps the size, 10ft SW, but a fresh breeze from the W kicks up, making it less inviting for the paddle crew.

So, the two true standouts? Friday 10th morning – glassy, powerful SSW groundswell. And Monday 20th morning – glassy, long-period SW groundswell. Both are for experienced hands only. The rest of the period has some good sessions interspersed with flat spells and windy days.

Get on it while it’s good.

Rusty.

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