Zero Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what we’ve got on the table for the next couple of weeks.

First off, let's be real – this isn’t a classic stretch. The water’s sitting at a very unusual 72°F with an anomaly of 7°F, so it’s a lot warmer than your typical September. That’s pretty wild for this time of year.

The wave energy starts off with a bit of a pulse on Monday the 7th, with the combined swell energy hitting 738 (moderate energy). We’re looking at a 5ft swell from the SSW, period 12 seconds. The wind is cross-off from the WNW at 9 mph, so it will be clean. But honestly, the overall call is marginal, and this break rarely breaks, so it’s a gamble.

The standout here, if you can pick it, is the Wednesday morning session on September 9th. The swell drops to 2ft from the SW, but the period goes right up to 16 seconds – proper groundswell. Wind is a light cross-off, 6 mph from the WNW, and the wave comment says “expect good surf conditions.” Sure, it’s small, but that long period will give it some shape. The energy is 294 (moderate). Just remember, for a break that rarely works, this is a rare opportunity. It’s best for a point or reef setup; a beach break might see it wrap a bit too straight.

Thursday afternoon the 10th also has that “good” tag – 3ft SW swell, 16 second period, clean light cross-off wind. Energy is 415 (moderate). That’s another window where the stars align for a small, clean wave.

After that, from Friday the 11th right through to the end of the forecast, it’s mostly a write-off. The swell sticks around 1ft to 3ft, but the wind goes onshore or cross-onshore, and the energy drops into the low to mid 100s. The wave comments are all “poor surf conditions” or “marginal.” There’s a little bump on the 16th and 17th (SSW swell, 2ft, 16-18 second period) but the wind isn’t cooperating. From the 18th to the 22nd, the energy picks up a bit (300-495), but the period is longer (16-19 seconds) and the wind stays messy. The morning of the 20th and 21st have cross-onshore winds and poor conditions.

Honestly, the best bet is to get out early on Wednesday morning the 9th, or Thursday afternoon the 10th. That’s your window. After that, you’re looking at a solid week of flat or junk. It’s a tough run for this spot.

Rusty.

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