
Surf Forecasts:
Halawa surf forecast from 1 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 1 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 8s period, ENE swell with 1,026 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Halawa this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Halawa in the next 16 days are 3.0m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 3.0m 7s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 1st Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Halawa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s talk about what’s cooking in the Halawa zone. Straight off the bat, it’s a rough start. The first wave worth a look doesn’t show up until Sunday morning, August 2nd. So, you’re looking at a couple of days of flat, windy, and messy water before anything decent happens.
Water temp is about 80°, which is normal for this time of year, so you’re good in a spring suit or shorty.
The real standout is that Sunday morning, August 2nd. Halawa (reef/river) is seeing a 8ft swell from the ENE with a period of 8 seconds. That’s a moderate wave energy (790) – it’s got some punch. The catch is a 35 km/h cross-shore wind from the ENE, which is a fresh breeze. It’s gonna be lumpy, but for a reef break, that size is offering some solid, shapely walls. It’s a bit much for beginners over 5ft, but intermediates will find lines. Crowds are only *sometimes* a problem, so you might get a few guys out but not a full pack.
After that, things mellow out a bit. Monday morning, August 3rd, drops to 6ft from the ENE with a moderate cross-shore at 25 km/h. The energy is down to 380 (moderate). It’s smaller and more manageable, but still with that chop. Tuesday, August 4th, is the better bet for clean conditions with a 5ft swell from the ENE, but a longer period of 11 seconds. That’s a proper groundswell, and the energy is up to 572 (moderate). The wind is a moderate cross-shore at 20 km/h, much nicer. It’s a marginal day – could be a gem if you time the tide.
The second week is a bit of a grind. From August 10th through to the 14th, we’ve got a solid run of 5ft to 7ft ENE swell, but it’s all got that persistent cross-shore wind at 30 to 35 km/h. The energy figures are in the 400 to 500 range, moderate, but the wind is just trashing the surface. It’s going to be lumpy, choppy, and hard work. There’s a tiny spike on Saturday, August 15th, with a 2ft west swell, long period of 15 seconds, but it’s tiny and the wind is still fresh. Not worth paddling out for.
If I’m calling it, the best of a tough lot is the Sunday morning, August 2nd, at Halawa. It’s not glassy, but it’s got the most size and the reef will do its thing. Tuesday the 4th is the better-looking day for condition, with lighter wind and longer period, but it’s smaller. The rest of the run is just wind-chop and frustration. Honestly, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing for most of it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon morning. Warm (max 26°C on Fri night, min 24°C on Sun night). Mainly strong winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 26°C on Mon afternoon, min 25°C on Mon afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Fri 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | Thursday 6 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 11 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 12 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | NNE 8 | ENE 8 | W 13 | W 12 | W 11 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
21 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 844 | 763 | 627 | 560 | 370 | 306 | 950 | 572 | 496 | 407 | 158 | 14 | 59 | 13 | 11 | 11 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 4:02PM0.87m | 3:45AM0.57m | 4:22PM0.84m | 4:32AM0.59m | 4:41PM0.79m | 5:28AM0.60m | 4:58PM0.73m | 6:39AM0.61m | 5:12PM0.67m | 8:21AM0.64m | 5:13PM0.61m | 10:26AM0.70m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:34PM0.29m | 9:33AM0.18m | 10:57PM0.25m | 10:08AM0.26m | 11:24PM0.22m | 10:47AM0.36m | 11:55PM0.20m | 11:37AM0.46m | 00:35AM0.18m | 1:07PM0.55m | 1:28AM0.16m | 2:42AM0.14m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | |
7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:04 | — | — | 7:02 | — | — | 7:01 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 25 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 13 | E 13 | E 13 | E 12 | N 7 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | SW 16 | ENE 9 | NNE 8 | ENE 8 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 |
85 | 77 | 51 | 47 | 186 | 183 | 176 | 125 | 119 | 104 | 4 | 572 | 496 | 38 | 158 | 14 | 59 | 33 | 32 | 33 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | N 11 | SW 14 | N 9 | N 9 | SW 13 | N 8 | N 7 | W 12 | SSW 12 | W 13 | SSW 11 | NNE 9 | SW 15 | SW 15 | W 13 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 |
21 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 48 | 27 | 25 | 26 | 10 | 17 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 16 | 36 | 55 | 13 | 6 | 11 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 12 | W 16 | N 10 | SW 14 | SW 13 | N 8 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | W 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | NNE 8 | N 8 | W 12 | W 11 |
15 | 14 | 11 | 5 | 17 | 51 | 44 | 12 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 28 | 28 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 10 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 12 | — | — | ENE 10 | E 5 | ENE 9 | E 5 | E 8 | ENE 7 | E 6 |
604 | 906 | 923 | 1009 | 844 | 763 | 627 | 560 | 370 | 306 | 950 | — | — | 407 | 45 | 311 | 83 | 191 | 208 | 235 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 29 | 31 | 56 | 29 | 33 | 33 | 237 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 42 | 24 | 19 | 24 | 24 | 29 | 33 | 29 | 33 | 33 |
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The above surf forecast table for Halawa provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Halawa can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Halawa surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Halawa) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Halawa may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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