Honokohau Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s talk Honokohau in feet and miles per hour. Straight off the bat, the next two weeks look like a tough slog. The wind is hammering from the east-northeast, blowing cross-shore almost every day, so don’t expect any glassy, clean conditions. It’s a real battle out there.

We’ve got a long gap before anything even looks rideable. From now through most of the period, the waves are either too small or the wind is ruining them. From around the 16th of September through the 24th, the swell ramps up well over 6 feet, hitting 7 to 8 feet by the 17th with combined swell energy in the 900 to 1200 range. That’s expert-level size, but with a fresh breeze creating a lumpy cross-chop, it’s not a good time. Those days are a washout.

The best chance – and it’s not saying much – is the morning of Saturday, September 26th. The swell is still a solid 8 feet from the east, with a short period of 8 seconds, so it’s windswell. The combined energy is moderate (693). The wind drops to 12 mph from the east-northeast, still cross-shore, but it’s only a moderate breeze, so the chop won’t be as bad. The surf report calls it “marginal” – not great, but the best of the bunch. Honokohau is a reef and point that’s consistent and fairly exposed, with a north optimum direction, so that east swell is off-angle, but it’ll wrap a bit. Water temp is about average for this time of year.

With a short period, the waves will lack that deep, groundswell punch and might close out on the reef. But if you’re itching, that Saturday morning is your shot. Sunday the 27th morning is similar – 8 feet from the east, period 7 seconds, combined energy 710, and lighter winds at 9 mph. Another “marginal” call. Crowds at Honokohau are often around, so you won’t be alone.

It’s a lean stretch, no doubt. Not much to get stoked about. Check the forecast again, but for now, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

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