Winki Pop Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Winki Pop. This is a classic reef and point set-up that loves a good SW groundswell, and we’ve got a real mixed bag of conditions over the next couple of weeks. The first few days are a bit of a tease, but there is some serious power on the way for those who know what they’re doing.

We kick things off on Tuesday the 1st of September with a clean little 4ft SW groundswell, but it’s got a howling 16 mph cross-off wind. The water’s sitting at 57°, which is pretty normal for this time of year. The energy is moderate (744), but it’s not exactly firing. Wednesday the 2nd bumps up a notch to 5ft to 5ft, still clean and cross-off, with the swell energy climbing into the strong range (1161 to 1220). Still, the scores are just okay. Thursday the 3rd is where the power starts to build. The morning holds a solid 7ft SW groundswell (energy 1580), but the wind is a stiff 19 mph cross-off. The afternoon is the real eye-opener: a massive 15ft SW swell (energy 9003). That’s big, raw power. It’s clean, but this is advanced territory only; beginners need to stay well away.

Friday the 4th of September is where it all comes together. We’ve got a 8ft SW groundswell with a long 16-second period and a nice offshore NW breeze. The energy is strong (2481). The conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. The wind is cleaning it up perfectly. This is the standout for the first week. Saturday the 5th gets wild again with a 16ft afternoon pulse (energy 12090), but the wind is howling at 22 mph. Even though the energy is massive, that wind will make it a battle. Sunday the 6th is a nice reset with a beautiful glassy afternoon and a clean 4ft SW swell. The energy is moderate (707), but the glassy conditions make it a real joy for a session.

Monday the 7th and Tuesday the 8th drop right back to tiny 2ft to 4ft surf. The energy is weak (175 to 676). There's a brief moment of glass on Tuesday morning with a 3ft, 18-second period groundswell. That period is very long. For a point break like Winki, that's a recipe for long, walling lines.

Wednesday the 9th is a write-off. A howling SW storm throws up a 15ft to 13ft mess with a strong cross-shore. The energy is bonkers (11084), but it’s pure chop. I wouldn’t paddle out.

Then comes the real highlight of the whole run: Thursday the 10th of September. We get a 10ft SW groundswell in the morning, easing to 8ft in the afternoon, with a 16-second period. The wind is a light offshore W, swinging WSW. The energy readings are a very strong 6027 and 4678. The conditions are excellent for experienced surfers. This is bigger than Friday the 4th, and with the lighter wind, it’s going to be a ripper. That’s the one to circle on the calendar.

Friday the 11th is still fun with a clean 5ft (energy 1340) but the wind switches cross-on in the afternoon, messing with the texture. Saturday the 12th brings light offshore winds again with 4ft to 4ft SW swell. Clean and fun. From Sunday the 13th through to Tuesday the 15th, we settle into a pattern of 3ft to 5ft SW groundswell. The morning of the 13th is glassy, which is always a treat. The standout in this last stretch is Monday the 14th afternoon, with a clean 5ft SSW swell and a very light cross-off. Energy is moderate (1141). The final day, Wednesday the 16th, is another washout with messy cross-shore winds and lumpy surf.

If you’re an experienced surfer, Thursday the 10th is your day. Big, solid groundswell, excellent conditions. Friday the 4th is a close second for a cleaner, slightly more manageable size. Don’t waste your time on the huge windy days or the tiny dribble.

Rusty.

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