Villefranche sur Mer Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ in the local waters.

Honestly, it’s a flat spell that’s gonna stretch out for a while. We’re lookin’ at a long run of days with barely a ripple worth paddlin’ for. From Thursday the 10th of September right through until around Sunday the 20th of September, it’s pretty much a write-off – tiny, weak swell and onshore or cross-onshore breezes keepin’ things messy. Not a single standout in that stretch.

The only break we’ve got to talk about is Villefranche sur Mer, a reef setup that’s advanced-only and rarely breaks, so this blank run is pretty normal for the spot. When there’s no swell, there’s no swell. The water temp is sittin’ at a very warm 82°F which is far warmer than normal for this time of year – that’s more than 3° above average, so you’re feelin’ that tropical bathwater.

We do get a little flicker of life around Monday the 21st of September. Mornin’ sees a small 2 ft pulse from the NE with a period of only 3 seconds – that’s short-period, weak stuff – combined energy is just 5, so barely any grunt. The wind is cross-off from the NNW, so it’ll be clean, but it’s tiny. The afternoon picks up a touch more: 2 ft from the east, still short period at 5 seconds, combined energy at 17 – weak. Wind is light cross-on, so expect a few ripples on the surface. It’s the best on offer, but that’s not sayin’ much. For the advanced surfer who knows the reef, you might find a fun little corner if you’re desperate.

Then Tuesday the 22nd of September, similar story: 1 ft from the ESE in the mornin’ (clean with N winds) and 2 ft from the ESE in the afternoon (light cross-on). Combined energy stays in the weak teens (10-13). Still nothin’ to write home about.

The rest of the forecast just fades back into flatness. If you’re lookin’ for a proper surf, this isn’t the window. Might be more interesting for a swim or a paddleboard than a surfboard.

Rusty.

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