Uluwatu Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright surfers, Rusty here. We’ve got a solid 16-day window, and it’s all about one spot: Uluwatu. This is a top-tier reef and point break that’s going to be firing, so let’s get into it.

The overall pattern is sustained south-west groundswell with consistent, clean offshore winds. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so nothing out of the ordinary there. We’re looking at a long stretch of good to excellent conditions, but there are a few true standout days you won’t want to miss.

Kicking off Monday the 24th, we’ve got a solid 6.2ft SSW swell with a super long 16-second period. The combined energy is strong at 1766, and with a moderate offshore breeze, the morning session is looking excellent for experienced surfers. The afternoon holds similar size at 5.9ft, but the wind picks up a touch.

Tuesday the 25th is a bit of a mixed bag. The morning has a 5.6ft swell and clean offshore wind, but the surf report flags some tide concerns. The afternoon, however, is a cracker. Same 5.6ft swell, but it’s cleaner and the score is solid. This is a great option.

Wednesday the 26th sees the swell dip a touch to 4.9ft, with a 14-second period and moderate energy around 895. Still very good, clean surf, just not as punchy.

Now, here’s where it gets really good. Thursday the 27th afternoon is a serious standout. The swell jumps to 5.6ft from the SSW, the period is a long 15 seconds, and the combined energy surges to 3003. That’s strong wave energy, and with a clean offshore breeze, Uluwatu is going to be reeling. This is a beaut.

But the absolute best on offer is Friday the 28th. Both morning and afternoon are pumping with an 8.2ft SSW swell, a 16-second period, and energy readings of 3887 and 3300. That’s serious, powerful groundswell. The winds are clean offshore all day. This is big, expert-level surf. If you’re not an advanced surfer, give this one a miss. For the rest of you, it’s a dream day.

The weekend into early next week holds. Saturday the 29th morning offers a 6.2ft SW swell, still with good energy. Sunday the 30th is a little smaller, but still clean. Monday the 31st brings back some longer period energy with a 4.3ft, 19-second swell, which is very long period. At a reef like Uluwatu, that’s going to produce some beautifully shaped, powerful lines.

Moving into the first week of September, the first half of the week is looking strong. Tuesday the 1st and Wednesday the 2nd both have 6.6ft to 6.9ft SW swells with solid energy. Thursday the 3rd is a step down to 5.2ft, but still excellent with clean winds.

The second week looks promising but less certain. Friday the 4th is still clean with a gentle offshore, but the wind turns cross-off in the afternoon. Saturday the 5th sees a slight shift with cross-shore winds, so the quality drops. But then Sunday the 6th comes back to life with a light offshore breeze and a 6.2ft, 18-second SSW swell for the afternoon. That’s got a very long period and strong energy at 2940. It’s a bit further out, so keep an eye on it.

Monday the 7th and Tuesday the 8th round out the run with 7.5ft and 5.9ft swells respectively, both with gentle offshore winds. Solid, consistent surf to finish the outlook.

Remember, Uluwatu is a crowd magnet. It’s listed as “always” crowded, so expect it to be busy, especially on those standout days. But for the quality on offer, it’s worth it.

This is a fantastic run for Uluwatu. Get on it.

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