
Surf Forecasts:
Honokohau surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 29 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 9s period, ENE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 13s period, E swell with 2,223 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 29 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 9s period with ENE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Honokohau this week:
The surf forecast for Honokohau over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Honokohau in the next 16 days are 2.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 2PM. 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 Wednesday (Jul 29) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Wed 29th Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Wed 29th Jul) | 5ft (1.6m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Tue 28th Jul) | 8ft (2.5m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Honokohau over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – the first few days look pretty grim. Tuesday the 28th and Wednesday the 30th through Friday the 31st are a write-off. Strong, cross-shore winds are just killing any chance of a decent wave. The swell is there, but it’s a messy, lumpy mess. Not worth paddling out for.
The first real glimmer of hope comes on Wednesday morning, July 29th. Honokohau (a reef and point break) is our only option, and it’s the standout of the whole forecast. We’ve got a clean 5ft swell from the ENE with a 9-second period, and the wind is light and offshore from the SE. This is the window to get in the water. The water temp is about average for this time of year, so no surprises there. The wave energy is moderate (563), and while it’s not a massive day, that clean, offshore wind will make it worth it. Expect a few other folks in the water as it can get crowded, but it’ll be worth sharing it for the quality.
Now, the rest of the week and into the next is a real mixed bag. Saturday the 1st of August has a bigger 8ft swell, but it’s got a short 8-second period and the wind is still howling cross or cross-off at 22 mph. The energy is strong (over 1000), but the conditions are just not there for a clean ride. Sunday the 2nd sees a slight drop in size, but the wind is still a problem. Monday the 3rd through Wednesday the 5th is more of the same – consistent cross-shore wind and lumpy surf. The period is a bit longer on the 4th, hitting 11 seconds, but the wind is still cross. It’s frustrating.
Things get a bit weird on Thursday morning, August 6th. The swell drops to almost nothing, only 0.7ft from the west, with a very long 14-second period. The energy is super weak (31). That’s not a surfable size, but it might be a good day for a paddle or a swim. The wind is cross, so it’s still not clean.
Looking into the second week, the pattern doesn’t really improve. From the 7th to the 12th of August, we’re stuck with a mix of marginal and poor conditions. The swell hangs around 5ft to 8ft, but the wind remains a persistent cross-shore from the ENE at 19-22 mph. There are a couple of moments on the 8th and 10th with clean conditions, but the wave quality is still described as marginal. The energy is moderate to strong (380-1034), but the short period and cross-shore wind just won’t let it come together. By the 12th, the swell drops right off, and it’s pretty much done.
So, bottom line: if you’ve got a window, make it Wednesday morning, July 29th at Honokohau. It’s the only truly clean, decent surf in the whole 16-day window. The rest of the time, you’re better off finding something else to do.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 27°C on Thu morning, min 25°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (light winds from the WSW on Wed morning, fresh winds from the ENE by Thu afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Thu night, min 24°C on Fri night). Mainly strong winds. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | ||||||||||||||
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 13 | E 13 | ENE 12 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | NE 9 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||
1510 | 2133 | 2078 | 1567 | 406 | 363 | 458 | 337 | 389 | 410 | 466 | 504 | 681 | 754 | 792 | 688 | 662 | 606 | 554 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:33AM0.41m | 3:10PM0.86m | 2:12AM0.43m | 3:35PM0.86m | 2:50AM0.46m | 3:59PM0.85m | 3:31AM0.48m | 4:21PM0.82m | 4:15AM0.51m | 4:42PM0.78m | 5:03AM0.53m | 5:01PM0.72m | |||||||
Low Tide | 9:43PM0.31m | 7:39AM0.06m | 10:01PM0.30m | 8:13AM0.06m | 10:20PM0.28m | 8:46AM0.08m | 10:40PM0.26m | 9:19AM0.12m | 11:01PM0.24m | 9:54AM0.18m | 11:23PM0.22m | 10:31AM0.26m | 11:48PM0.19m | ||||||
— | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 5:58 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | |
7:07 | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:06 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:04 | — | |
mm | 4 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 30 | 28 | 29 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 13 | E 13 | ENE 12 | ENE 10 | ENE 9 | NE 9 | NW 6 | E 19 | E 18 | E 16 | E 15 | E 15 | SW 15 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 14 | E 13 |
1510 | 2133 | 2078 | 1567 | 406 | 363 | 6 | 28 | 96 | 249 | 298 | 290 | 34 | 257 | 257 | 253 | 257 | 200 | 128 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 14 | NNE 7 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | N 8 | ESE 9 | SSW 13 | WSW 18 | SW 18 | N 9 | N 9 | N 8 | N 8 | SW 14 | SW 14 | N 10 | N 9 | N 9 | N 8 |
21 | 144 | 20 | 20 | 157 | 8 | 17 | 31 | 49 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 33 | 29 | 17 | 14 | 13 | 11 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | ESE 9 | SW 14 | SW 19 | N 10 | N 10 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WSW 15 | N 8 | N 11 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
— | — | — | — | 8 | 8 | 15 | 7 | 7 | 43 | 40 | 39 | 22 | 5 | 9 | 31 | 20 | 7 | 7 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 7 | — | NNE 9 | — | — | E 5 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 |
198 | — | 217 | — | — | 36 | 458 | 337 | 389 | 410 | 466 | 504 | 681 | 754 | 792 | 688 | 662 | 606 | 554 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 15 | 15 | 36 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 28 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 36 | 18 |
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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.
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