How rough is too rough.

[Buddhaa64]

I would definitely bring it. Magicseaweed predicts 2.5 to 3 ft swells which is manageable. The wind shouldn't pickup until the afternoon, so assuming you hit the water early you should be good to go. The intervals between sets will be tricky, but La Jolla usually fairs as an easy launch.

[jorluivil]

If you have any doubts fish some other day.

[TheBentRod]

Most days I am out the wind changes direction during my trip. I usually go where the wind takes me. If in the morning the wind direction is from the south, then I go north. About mid morning the wind changes and blows from the north and I float south back to the launch. Also, this does go vice versa on some days.

If the wind direction does not change during the day, I stay close to the launch on windy days. If you are going out and there are 15+ knot winds expected against the direction you are going, then definitely stay away. This means if you are going South, don't go into 15+ South winds.

On days where the wind is < 5 knots, it does not matter, it should be manageable either direction.

(Disclaimer: This is not La Jolla)

[DanaPT]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

If you have any doubts fish some other day.

I think you have to go when you can even on less than ideal situations. It will allow you to appreciate the "perfect" conditions IF you ever find them.