Surf Forecasts:
Honokohau surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 8s period, E swell with 612 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Honokohau this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Honokohau in the next 16 days are 2.2m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 17s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 30) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Mon 24th Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Honokohau over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s switch to feet and miles. This is Rusty, and I’m breaking down the forecast for Honokohau.
The water temp is 81°, which is about average for this time of year.
The first week and a half is a total bust. From Monday the 24th of August through to Monday the 7th of September, it’s the same story: ENE trades blowing 15 to 22 mph, cross-shore, with the ocean looking like a washing machine. The swell is running between 4 ft and 8 ft, mostly from the east, but the wind is ruining it. The wave comment calls it “poor surf conditions” almost every day, and I’m not arguing. The combined swell energy is moderate, from 210 to 771, but with that chop, it’s just not surfable. The period is short, 6 to 8 seconds, so it’s all windswell slop.
Then, on Thursday the 3rd of September, things start to look a little better. The swell period jumps to 14 seconds – that’s real groundswell. The height drops to 3 ft, but the energy is still healthy at 727. The morning has a cross-off wind, which cleans things up, and the comment is “marginal” but it’s the best we’ve seen. The swell is from the east, and for Honokohau’s reef and point, that’s a good direction. The afternoon is a bit more cross-shore, but the morning is the one to chase.
But the standout, the day you circle on the calendar, is Tuesday the 8th of September. Honokohau goes glassy. Wind is just 3 mph from the NE, with a “glass” state. The swell is 8 ft from the east, with an 8-second period. That’s a big wave, edging into expert territory, but for the crew who know the reef, it’s going to be pumping. The combined energy is 767 – solid. The comment says “expect very good surf conditions,” and with that flat wind, it’s going to be clean. The afternoon is cross-off and 7 ft, still good, but the morning session is the best bet. Crowds are “often” here, so expect company.
The rest of the forecast is a wait, but that Tuesday morning is the one. It’s a long way out, so don’t lock it in, but it’s got promise.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 27°C on Mon morning, min 25°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 26°C on Thu afternoon, min 25°C on Thu morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | |||||||||||||||
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) | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 |
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612 | 470 | 464 | 491 | 293 | 276 | 200 | 198 | 196 | 189 | 176 | 179 | 161 | 208 | 232 | 307 | 262 | 265 | 163 | 154 | 142 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 1:44PM0.80m | 00:56AM0.42m | 2:09PM0.82m | 1:33AM0.46m | 2:32PM0.83m | 2:10AM0.51m | 2:54PM0.82m | 2:47AM0.56m | 3:15PM0.79m | 3:25AM0.61m | 3:35PM0.75m | 4:06AM0.64m | 3:54PM0.70m | 4:51AM0.67m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:43PM0.30m | 6:48AM0.11m | 8:53PM0.27m | 7:25AM0.10m | 9:07PM0.25m | 8:01AM0.10m | 9:23PM0.22m | 8:37AM0.13m | 9:41PM0.19m | 9:14AM0.18m | 10:00PM0.16m | 9:53AM0.24m | 10:22PM0.13m | ||||||||
6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | |
— | 6:49 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:44 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
Feels °C | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NNE 7 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 13 | E 13 | E 12 | ENE 11 | E 11 | E 11 |
79 | 54 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 13 | 15 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 10 | 61 | 63 | 146 | 126 | 125 | 104 | 42 | 62 | 58 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SW 16 | SSW 14 | SSW 15 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | N 8 | N 8 | NW 9 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | NW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WSW 17 | SW 16 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 |
20 | 18 | 17 | 25 | 10 | 21 | 21 | 30 | 26 | 6 | 12 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 8 | 8 | 27 | 41 | 8 | 8 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 13 | W 12 | W 11 | ESE 9 | W 10 | N 7 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | E 15 | NW 9 | NW 9 | W 10 | SW 18 | SW 17 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | SW 16 | SW 15 |
1 | 12 | 11 | 6 | 11 | 2 | 8 | 9 | 4 | 26 | 24 | 41 | 12 | 12 | 2 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 3 | 38 | 36 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 6 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 |
612 | 470 | 464 | 491 | 293 | 276 | 200 | 198 | 196 | 189 | 176 | 179 | 161 | 208 | 232 | 307 | 262 | 265 | 163 | 154 | 142 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 18 | 15 | 18 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 36 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
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Information about the Honokohau Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Honokohau provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Honokohau can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Honokohau 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 (Honokohau) 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 Honokohau 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.
Honokohau is 20 km (12 miles) from Wailuku. If you plan a vacation in Maui, look for hotels and other accommodation in Wailuku. Wailuku has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











