Honokohau Surf Forecast and Surf Report

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

Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you—it's a tough stretch ahead. We're looking at a long, dry spell for Honokohau, a reef and point break that's usually pretty consistent. The water's sitting at a normal 80°F for this time of year, so at least you won't need a thick suit. But the problem is the wind. We've got a stubborn cross-shore breeze blowing from the ENE, and it's not backing off much at all. This is making for poor surf conditions day after day, with a fair bit of chop on the surface.

From Monday the 3rd right through to Monday the 17th of August, the guidance is practically a blank wall. Nearly every session is rated as poor surf conditions, with a score of zero. The swell is there, but it's not the right stuff. We're seeing waves around 4ft to 8ft, mostly from the ENE or E, with short periods of 7 to 11 seconds. The combined swell energy is moderate, ranging from about 185 to 925, but none of that matters when the wind is ruining the surface. The swell direction is coming from the east, which is the opposite of the optimum northerly direction for this spot, so it's not wrapping in well at all.

The only flicker of hope comes on Tuesday the 18th of August. Tuesday morning shows a slight improvement, with a "marginal" call. The swell is 7ft from the ENE with an 8-second period, and the combined energy is a solid 799. But more importantly, the wind shifts to a cross-offshore breeze, which cleans things up. That's the one moment in the whole 16 days where you might find a half-decent wave. It's still a gamble, and the swell is pushing into expert territory at 7ft, but if you're keen, that's your window.

Honestly, for the rest of the time, it's a frustrating run. The wind is relentless, the swell direction is wrong, and the quality is just not there. For a spot that's normally consistent, this is a rare dry spell. If you've got a kite, this might be more interesting than a paddle board, because the wind is strong and the waves are messy.

So, to sum it up: don't hold your breath. Mark Tuesday the 18th of August on your calendar, but don't expect much else. The forecasts might change, but right now, it's a waiting game.

Rusty.

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