Whitby Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s on the cards for our local stretch over the next couple of weeks. I’ll be straight with you – it’s a tough outlook. We’re looking at a long, dry spell of tiny waves and poor conditions for the vast majority of the 16-day window. For a break like Whitby, a beach/pier setup that’s fairly exposed, it’s a waiting game.

The first real chance of a wave doesn’t show up until Friday the 25th of September, and even then, it’s nothing to write home about. That’s nearly two full weeks of grovelly, flat-to-ankle slop. Let’s get into it.

The first few days are basically a write-off. Through Friday the 11th into the following weekend, we’re looking at ankle-snappers, mostly under 1ft, with short-period windswell and combined energy barely ticking over (14 and less). The water temperature sits at about 60°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so the water feels nice even if the surf doesn’t. Wednesday the 16th sees a slight bump to 3ft from the north, but with a period of only 6 seconds and a cross-shore wind, it’s messy. The combined energy does climb to 74, so there’s a bit more push, but the quality is gone.

We get a brief moment on the morning of Monday the 14th with clean 1ft waves and a gentle offshore breeze, but the energy is weak (39) and it’s not enough to get excited about.

Now, the one day that even gets a mention in the data is Friday the 25th of September. The morning session at Whitby sees a 3ft swell rolling in from the northwest, with a short period of 6 seconds. The combined energy hits 94, which is still on the weaker side of moderate, so it’s got a bit of body. The wind is offshore from the southwest, meaning clean, peeling faces if you pick your peak. It’s listed as “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions”, which tells you it’s not world-class, but it’s the best we’ve got in a very dry run. For a consistent spot like this, crowds are likely (often), and on a Friday with the only real surf on offer, expect company.

If you’re a beginner, that 3ft is fine; it’s not too big. For the more experienced crew, you’ll find a few workable lefts and rights if you sit in the right spot. The period is short, so expect a bit of a bumpy, less-groomed wave face. It’s not a standout by most standards, but in this context, it’s the clear pick.

After that, we tail off again into tiny leftover swell and poor conditions right through to the end of the forecast period on the 26th.

So, the honest truth: mark your calendar for the morning of Friday the 25th. Everything else is a flat, blown-out mess or just too small to bother with. Keep an eye on it – sometimes these long-range calls can tighten up. Don’t put the board away, but don’t hold your breath for the rest of the window.

*Rusty*

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