
Surf Forecasts:
Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) surf forecast from 8 Sep 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 12 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 17s period, SSW swell with 2,517 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) in the next 16 days are 2.1m 17s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (+0530) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Sat 12th Sep) | 7ft (2.1m) 17s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for our little slice of paradise.
Straight up, I’m not gonna kid you – we’ve got a long stretch of the ol’ weather gods throwing a tantrum. For the next two weeks, it’s a constant battle with wind and storm risks, and the surf just isn’t cooperating. We’re looking at a solid run of what I’d call ‘park it on the beach with a cold one’ days.
Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) – It’s a beginner-friendly reef break, and it’s exposed to the swell, but we’re mainly getting a persistent onshore wind from the WSW. The water is sitting at a warm 84.2°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. The real story is the constant risk of thunderstorms and a relentless moderate to fresh breeze that’s keeping things messy.
The first real window where things might get interesting doesn’t show up until Sunday the 21st of September. That morning, we’ve got a moderate wave energy (2759), with a 5.6 ft swell from the SSW and a period around 14 seconds. That’s a decent groundswell. The wind is still onshore but only a gentle breeze, and we see the first sign of a "marginal" call. It ain’t perfect, but it’s about the best we’re gonna see. The crowd factor is “often” so you won’t be alone out there, but for a rare window of cleaner conditions, it might be worth a paddle. The swell direction is SSW, and the optimum is SW, so it’s a bit off angle, but we’ll take what we can get.
The following day, Monday the 22nd of September, the afternoon session shows a 3.9 ft swell from the SSW with a 12-second period and moderate wave energy (1190). Still a “marginal” call, but again, that’s the top of the heap for this stretch.
Honestly, if you’re a kite surfer, the strong onshore winds and solid 5-6.5 ft swell we’re seeing through the middle of the month would be a dream. For us paddle-surfers, it’s a waiting game. The swell is there, but the wind is just wrecking it. The energy is moderate to strong – we see three-digit numbers for most of the run, and even some four-digit figures – but it’s all for nothing with that wind state.
So my final call? There is no standout here. The whole 16-day run is a bust. The best you’ll get is that brief window around the 21st and 22nd where the wind drops to a gentle breeze, giving you a slightly better chance at a session that isn’t a total washing machine. But for now, give the board a wax and wait for the next forecast change.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 62mm), heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 26°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 62mm), heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 28°C on Fri morning, min 26°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 8 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
412 | 334 | 275 | 268 | 257 | 280 | 1015 | 1134 | 1150 | 996 | 845 | 1719 | 2517 | 2488 | 2048 | 1341 | 1125 | 857 | 908 | 1137 | 1074 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 12:52PM0.54m | 1:24AM0.49m | 1:22PM0.60m | 1:50AM0.58m | 1:49PM0.64m | 2:16AM0.65m | 2:15PM0.66m | 2:42AM0.69m | 2:41PM0.66m | 3:08AM0.71m | 3:06PM0.64m | 3:33AM0.70m | 3:30PM0.61m | 3:58AM0.67m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:25PM0.12m | 7:16AM0.15m | 7:45PM0.07m | 7:49AM0.11m | 8:06PM0.03m | 8:18AM0.08m | 8:28PM0.00m | 8:46AM0.07m | 8:49PM-0.01m | 9:12AM0.07m | 9:10PM-0.02m | 9:36AM0.07m | 9:31PM-0.01m | ||||||||
6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | |
— | 6:13 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:12 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:10 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | |
mm | 6 | 6 | 22 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 6 | 6 | 7 |
Temp °C | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 |
Feels °C | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSW 18 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 16 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 |
188 | 197 | 221 | 217 | 217 | 245 | 1015 | 1134 | 1150 | 996 | 845 | 1214 | 2517 | 2488 | 2048 | 1341 | 1125 | 857 | 694 | 1137 | 1074 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 13 | SSE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SW 21 | SSW 21 | SSW 19 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | S 18 | SSW 13 | SE 9 | SW 24 |
412 | 334 | 275 | 268 | 257 | 183 | 154 | 120 | 83 | 898 | 573 | 1719 | 75 | 56 | 55 | 81 | 60 | 232 | 225 | 20 | 22 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 9 | WNW 8 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 19 | SSE 14 | SW 25 | SW 24 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 10 | — | — | — | WSW 10 | SSW 19 | SE 9 | SE 9 | — | S 24 |
39 | 22 | 102 | 126 | 182 | 280 | 41 | 96 | 273 | 94 | 50 | 120 | — | — | — | 19 | 37 | 38 | 20 | — | 11 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 5 | W 5 | W 5 | W 5 | WNW 5 | W 5 | W 5 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | WSW 7 | SW 8 | SW 8 | WSW 8 |
29 | 40 | 43 | 37 | 37 | 27 | 47 | 59 | 60 | 64 | 62 | 94 | 128 | 111 | 132 | 65 | 165 | 495 | 908 | 784 | 866 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 650 | 739 | 740 | 210 | 859 | 211 | 650 | 859 | 211 | 210 | 859 | 211 | 211 | 859 | 170 | 210 | 859 | 211 | 650 | 210 | 211 |
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Information about the Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) 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 (Hikkaduwa (A-Frame)) 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 Hikkaduwa (A-Frame) 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.










