Warner Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Warner Beach. It’s a mixed bag, so let’s not waste any time.

The next couple of weeks are a bit of a rollercoaster. We’re starting off with a small window of clean conditions on Wednesday, but the real size is lurking further out. The water temp is about average for this time of year, nothing to write home about.

Wednesday, August 19th – The morning is a no-go with a messy cross-shore and weak surf. The afternoon cleans up to a glassy, cross-offshore breeze, but the swell is tiny at around 2 ft from the SSW. It’s marginal at best, but if you’re desperate for a paddle, it’s the only thing on offer.

Thursday, August 20th – Forget it. A strong S/SSW wind is going to ruin it all day. The morning is lumpy with 7 ft of short-period S swell, and the afternoon is not much better. Stay home.

Friday, August 21st – A long-period groundswell from the S/SW rolls in, but those winds are still cross. You’ll find some 4 ft sets in the morning, but it’s choppy. Not the best.

Saturday, August 22nd – Here’s a little spark. The morning is clean! Glassy, cross-offshore winds from the N and a solid 5 ft of NE swell. The energy is moderate (461), and it’s the best looking session of the first week. The midday wind will swing and ruin the afternoon, so get your dawn patrol in.

Sunday, August 23rd – A meaty 7 ft S swell rolls in with moderate energy (1031), but the wind is onshore. It’s a messy, lumpy mess. Only for the die-hards.

Monday, August 24th – The swell holds at 6 ft from the S, long period, and the wind is light. The morning is the better call with a light cross-shore and a little bit of shape. The energy is strong (1115), but it’s a bit of a gamble with the tide.

Tuesday, August 25th – More S swell, but it’s a write-off. Strong onshore winds and choppy conditions.

Wednesday, August 26th – Tiny, weak, and blown out. Not worth a look.

Thursday, August 27th – The afternoon session shows some promise. The swell drops to 3 ft from the S, but the period is a very long 15 seconds, and the wind is light cross-shore. The energy is moderate (745). It’s a sneaky, clean little window.

Friday, August 28th – A bit more size at 5 ft from the S, but the wind is a moderate cross-shore. It’s messy, but there might be a few set waves for the patient.

Saturday, August 29th – The standout of the whole forecast. Clear skies, a gentle cross-offshore breeze from the NNE, and 3 ft of S groundswell with a long 13-second period. The energy is solid (756). It’s going to be clean, glassy, and the best chance for a proper surf. The afternoon gets wrecked by a strong SSW wind, so make it a morning mission. This is the one to circle on your calendar.

Sunday, August 30th – A 7 ft S swell rolls in with short period, but the wind is cross. It’s lumpy and not user-friendly.

Monday, August 31st – Strong NE winds blow it out. Not worth it.

Tuesday, September 1st – Tiny and onshore. Forget it.

Wednesday, September 2nd – A bump of ENE swell hits 6 ft, but it’s short period and cross-on. Marginal.

Thursday, September 3rd – Back to small, weak, and cross. A quiet end to the outlook.

So, to sum it up: Saturday morning, August 22nd is your best early bet, and Saturday morning, August 29th is the real standout. Mark it down.

Rusty, signing off.

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