Ikumi Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, this is Rusty. Let's be straight with you: the outlook for Ikumi Beach over the next 16 days is pretty flat. We're looking at a long stretch of small, weak surf with only a few decent windows. Most of the time the swell is just too small to get excited about, and the conditions are often compromised by onshore or cross-shore breezes. The water's sitting at a warm 84°, which is about normal for this time of year, so at least you won't need a thick wetsuit.

The first real chance of anything rideable doesn't show up until Monday, August 12th, in the morning. The swell is a tiny 2ft from the SSW with a 10-second period, but the wind is completely glassy – dead calm. That's a major positive, making it clean as a whistle. The combined energy is only 197 (weak), so it's for the longboard or a big foamie, and you'll have to hunt for the little peaks. Expect crowds, as this spot is often busy, and it's inconsistent, so patience is key.

The pattern repeats itself over the next few days. Early mornings on Friday, August 16th, and Saturday, August 17th offer the same deal: 2ft of SSW swell with glassy conditions. The energy is still low (113 and 160 respectively), but the clean surface means you can still have a fun little session on the mal. The afternoons are generally a write-off with onshore or cross-shore winds.

Looking further out, we get a slight pulse around Tuesday, August 20th. The swell picks up to 3ft from the SSE, but the period drops to 8 seconds – that's short-period, windswell, and it won't have much shape. The morning is glassy, which is positive, but it's still a very ordinary wave. The energy is a bit higher at 123, but still weak.

The end of the month offers a bit more hope. Tuesday, August 27th, and Wednesday, August 28th see the swell bump back up to 3ft from the SE, with a 10-second period. The early mornings are glassy again, and the energy reads 170 and 192 – still weak overall, but the best numbers we've seen. It's still not big, but it's the best period on offer. The crowds are still a factor, and the waves are inconsistent, but if you're desperate for a wave, these are the standouts.

Honestly, for the whole 16 days, your best bet is to go at dawn, on a longboard, and manage your expectations. The glassy windows are the only saving grace. There's nothing here for a shortboarder, and the entire period is a bit of a grind. The good news is that the swell is small, so it's not intimidating for beginners, but the inconsistent nature makes it a tough call.

Rusty.

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