Hideaway Surf Break

Lat Long: 18.19° S 177.64° E

Hideaway Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 5 pm 10 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Hideaway sea temperature is
25.3° C
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Hideaway surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Hideaway surf forecast from 10 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 11 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 13s period, SSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 11 Jul, 9AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 15s period, SSW swell with 2,479 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 11 Jul, 3AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 13s period with SSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hideaway this week:

The surf forecast for Hideaway over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 11) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 1.0m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Hideaway in the next 16 days are 2.4m 15s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 11) at 9AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 6AM.

Wave TypeTime (+12) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 3AM (Sat 11th Jul)7ft (2.1m) 13s
Best Surf 3AM (Sat 11th Jul)7ft (2.1m) 13s
Most Powerful 9AM (Sat 11th Jul)8ft (2.4m) 15s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hideaway over the next 16 days.


Howdy, Rusty here. We’ve got one spot on the menu, and it’s a finicky one – Hideaway. This reef break is for advanced crew only and it rarely breaks, so we’re looking at a narrow window of opportunity.

First up, on Friday 10 July afternoon, we’ve got a solid 7ft SSW swell with a period of 12 seconds and a combined wave energy of 1831 (moderate to strong), but the wind is a light onshore breeze from the SSW and it’s called marginal. Water temp is 78°, about average for the time of year. Not the one.

Saturday 11 July morning bumps up to 8ft from the SSW with a very long 15-second period. The combined energy jumps to 3048 (strong), but the wind is a light cross-onshore. Still marginal, and with swell over 5ft, this is already too big for beginners. For the experts, the long period groundswell will mean better-shaped waves but longer waits, and at a reef break that’s a good thing – it’ll line up nicely.

The real standout of this whole stretch is Sunday 12 July morning. The swell drops to a still-chunky 6ft from the SSW, period 12 seconds, with combined energy of 1504 (moderate). The wind is light cross-offshore from the ESE, so it’ll be clean. The data says “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers,” and that’s the best call we’ve got. But remember, Hideaway rarely breaks, so this is a rare chance.

After that, things get messy. Sunday afternoon through to Thursday 16 July is a mix of cross-shore winds, moderate breezes, and weak or short-period swell. The combined energy drops as low as 293, and the wave comment is either marginal or poor. There’s a gap of several days with no real recommendation here.

Then, Friday 17 July morning brings hope. A 4ft swell from the SSW with a 16-second period and a light cross-offshore breeze from the NE makes for clean waves. The combined energy is 1332 (moderate). The data calls it “excellent” again. But the real gem is Friday 17 July afternoon – glassy conditions with a light WSW wind, a 4ft SW swell at 15 seconds, and combined energy of 1031 (moderate). Glassy, clean, and excellent – that’s the best on offer.

Saturday 18 July carries that glassy goodness forward. Both morning and afternoon are glassy with a light ENE breeze, 4ft SW swell at 16 seconds, and combined energy around 889 to 1013. The data says “excellent” and “very good.” This is a solid, clean run for the experts.

Sunday 19 July stays clean with light cross-offshore and glassy winds, but the swell drops to 4ft. Still good, but not as punchy.

Monday 20 July turns ugly with moderate cross-onshore winds and poor/poor surf conditions, and that sets the tone for the next several days. From 20 July afternoon through to 25 July, it’s a mix of cross-shore chop, moderate breezes, and mostly marginal or poor surf. The combined energy fluctuates but the wind kills it. There’s a mention of a 6ft SSW swell on Tuesday 21 July morning with 2592 energy, but the wind is cross-shore and choppy. That’s more of a kite-surfing setup than a paddling one.

So, to sum it up: the best windows are Sunday 12 July morning for the clean, solid pulse, and Friday 17 July afternoon into Saturday 18 July for the glassy, clean conditions on a long-period swell. Both are for experts only – Hideaway is rarely breaking and easily over 5ft in those windows.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Fri afternoon, min 19°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 25°C on Thu morning, min 20°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

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12
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SSW
13
2.4
SSW
15
2.5
SSW
14
2.1
SSW
13
1.8
SSW
12
1.2
SSW
16
0.9
SSW
16
1
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18
1.5
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16
1.3
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16
1.2
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15
1
SSW
14
0.8
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14
1.5
SE
8
1.2
SSE
8
1.7
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8
0.4
SW
20
0.7
SW
20
1.9
ESE
8
1.3
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1453
1362
2479
2358
1575
919
674
430
644
1094
749
568
431
239
297
171
336
103
392
492
897
Wind (km/h)
10
SSW
10
S
5
SE
10
SSE
10
ESE
10
ESE
15
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10
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15
ESE
20
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25
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High Tide
2:49AM1.61m
3:44PM1.36m
3:47AM1.68m
4:45PM1.42m
4:44AM1.74m
5:42PM1.49m
5:40AM1.79m
6:36PM1.56m
6:34AM1.81m
7:29PM1.60m
7:27AM1.79m
8:20PM1.63m
8:20AM1.74m
Low Tide
8:26PM0.46m
9:30AM0.22m
9:29PM0.43m
10:28AM0.11m
10:30PM0.39m
11:23AM0.02m
11:28PM0.34m
12:16PM-0.05m
00:24AM0.30m
1:08PM-0.07m
1:19AM0.28m
1:57PM-0.05m
2:13AM0.28m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Hideaway Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Hideaway provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hideaway can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hideaway 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 (Hideaway) 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 Hideaway 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.

Are you planning a holiday in Kadavu Passage? If you are looking for accommodation near Hideaway, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Kadavu Passage, consider staying in Nandi which is 50 km (31 miles) away. Other places in and around Kadavu Passage where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Lautoka which is 68 km (42 miles) away, Suva and Savusavu.

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