Hakalau Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here again, switching over to feet and Fahrenheit for the mainlanders. Let’s look at Hakalau over the next sixteen days.

Right out of the gate, it’s a tough scene. From Thursday the 6th through most of the following week, we’re dealing with onshore and cross-onshore winds from the east. The swell is tiny and weak for the first week – energy readings start at just 181 (weak), and even when they climb a bit, it’s still poor quality. The water is about 80°, which is normal for this time of year. Nothing to write home about.

You’ve got a real dry spell here. From the 6th all the way to around the 14th, there’s nothing worth a paddle. A few marginal sessions pop up, like Saturday morning the 8th with a 4ft swell from the ESE, but the wind is still on it, so it’s a no go. It’s a blank run – plain and simple.

Then, patience might pay off. Starting Saturday the 15th, the swell starts ramping up. The real standout hits on Tuesday the 18th. That morning you’re seeing an 8ft swell from the ENE with strong energy at 1697 (very strong). The wind is cross-onshore at 15 km/h, so it’s not perfect, but the afternoon is where it gets serious. The swell jumps to 8ft with a period of 11 seconds – that’s long period groundswell – and the combined energy skyrockets to 2405 (very strong). The direction is dead on the optimum for this spot, ENE.

Now, at 8ft, this is big wave territory – experts only. That long period (11 seconds) means it’s got serious punch, and because it’s a river mouth break, it might bend in nicely if the tide is right. The downside is the wind is onshore, though it’s a light breeze at 15 km/h, so it could be cleaner than you’d expect. It’s a shame it’s not glassy, because this could have been a proper bomb. But if you’ve got the skills, Tuesday the 18th is your only real shot in this whole sixteen-day stretch. Otherwise, it’s a long wait.

Rusty.

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