Weld Road Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here, lookin’ at the charts for the next couple weeks. This forecast is all about one spot: Weld Road. It’s a reef break, and when it lines up, it’s a proper wave for the experienced crew.

Right now, the water temp is sitting at 57°, which is pretty standard for this time of year – nothing unusual there.

We’ve got a bit of a quiet start, but things kick off proper on Saturday, August 15th. The morning is looking sweet with an 8ft WSW groundswell, a long 17-second period, and a light offshore southerly wind. The combined energy is pumping at 4133, and the conditions are clean. This is a real standout for the experienced surfer, but don’t expect to have it to yourself – crowds are possible here. The afternoon builds even more, with 12ft from the same direction, a 16-second period, and energy jumping to 5404. It’s getting big, though, and the wind shifts to a cross-off. This is definitely one for the top of the session.

Sunday the 16th, the swell stays solid at 10ft, but we’ve got a strong, clean offshore wind at 25 mph. It’s clean, but that wind is going to make paddling a real battle. The energy is even higher at 6052, but it’s a workout. Monday and Tuesday (17th and 18th) keep the quality up with 8ft to 6ft surf, clean conditions, and moderate energy levels in the 1000-3000 range. The wind stays offshore, making for some nice, shaped-up lines.

The week continues to deliver. Wednesday the 19th has a 8ft morning with a 12-second period and light winds – clean. Then Thursday, August 20th morning is another absolute standout. We’ve got 7ft of WSW swell, a 14-second period, and it’s dead glassy with zero wind. The energy is at 1652, and it’s as clean as it gets. That’s the one to circle if you can get out of work.

After that, things start to drop off. From Friday the 21st through Sunday the 23rd, the swell fades and the wind turns onshore, getting choppy and sloppy. The energy drops below 1000, and it’s not worth a paddle. That’s a real lull.

But don’t write off the second week. Monday, August 24th sees a powerful return of swell. We’re talking 12ft from the WSW, a 12-13 second period, and a clean cross-off wind. The energy is massive at 6113. This is a heavy wave for experts only. Tuesday the 25th looks even bigger, with 15ft of swell and energy up at 9537. It’s a beast, but the cross-on wind makes it messy.

The real cherry on top is Wednesday, August 26th morning. It’s 10ft of WSW groundswell, a long 16-second period, and glassy calm conditions. The energy is at 5140, and the report calls it exceptional for experts. That’s a deep, powerful, clean reef break. It’s a long way out, so take it with a pinch of salt, but it’s a promising sign.

The final few days of the month (27th-30th) keep the size up with 8ft to 13ft waves, but the wind is mixed. The 29th and 30th have solid offshore winds again, with energy in the 3000-6000 range. It’s still heavy, but it’s looking like a good run for those who can handle it.

Overall, Weld Road is the only game in town for this stretch. It’s a reef, so be careful. The first week has multiple clean windows, with Thursday 20th being the glassy gem. The second week is all about big, powerful swell. If you’re an experienced surfer, you’ve got some excellent sessions ahead.

Rusty.

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