Hawaiizinho Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, I'm looking at this stretch and it’s a tough one. We’ve got a bit of a flat spell to start, but the first real chance to get wet doesn't pop up until Tuesday, the 18th of August. From there, it’s a long, drawn-out run of waves that are just… okay. Nothing to write home about, but if you’re desperate for a paddle, there’s something to work with.

The whole period is dominated by a short-period, east-northeast windswell. The swell direction is a bit off from what is ideal for the place, meaning the waves won't have that perfect shape. The energy is moderate, sitting around the 281 mark at the start, so it’s mushy and weak. The main issue is the wind. It’s a persistent fresh breeze from the east and southeast, keeping things cross-shore and choppy. The water’s about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Let’s break it down. The first call is Hawaiizinho on Tuesday the 18th. The swell is 5 ft from the east, but with a short, weak period of 7 seconds, it’s going to be a bit of a struggle. Tuesday morning is the cleanest it’ll be, with a cross-offshore wind, but the chop will build through the afternoon. This is a beginner-friendly break, and it’s fairly consistent, so it’ll be breaking, but don’t expect any gems. The crowds are sometimes an issue, so you might have some company.

This pattern doesn't let up. The whole week from the 18th through to the 24th is a rinse-and-repeat of the same story: 4 ft to 5 ft of short-period east swell, with fresh cross-shore winds. The mornings are generally cleaner, but the afternoons are a lumpy mess. The energy stays in the moderate range, ticking between 130 and 180. It’s surfable, but it’s a grind.

Now, there’s a slight bump on Tuesday the 25th. The swell picks up to 6 ft, and the energy pushes up to 335. Still short-period at 7 seconds, but it’s a bit more juice. The morning looks clean with that cross-off wind, but it’s still only for the keen. At 6 ft, it’s pushing the limit for beginners, but it’s not a big-wave day.

The rest of the run into the end of August and the start of September is more of the same. The swell stays in that 4 ft to 5 ft range, with the same short period and cross-shore winds. The energy is moderate, never really getting out of the 150-240 range. The last morning on the 2nd of September looks clean again, but it’s the same old story.

So what’s the best option? If you’ve got to go, the standout is that Tuesday the 25th morning. It’s the biggest pulse of the whole forecast, with the cleanest conditions of the entire period. The wind is cross-off, so the surface will be glassy. The swell is 6 ft from the east, but with that short period, it’ll be a bit bumpy. It’s not a classic, but it’s the best we’ve got. For a beginner spot, the size is okay, but it’s a little punchy for the less experienced.

This is a long, tedious run of average surf. It’s not a total blank, but it’s a test of patience. The breaks are fairly consistent, so it won’t stay poor forever, but for now, we’re in a holding pattern. Keep an eye on the forecasts, because things can change, but right now, pack your patience before you pack your board.

Rusty.

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