Surf Forecasts:
Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) surf forecast from 25 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 18s period, SSW swell with 3,037 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) in the next 16 days are 2.2m 18s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (+0530) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 31st Aug) | 7ft (2.2m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty. Let me give it to you straight about the outlook for Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa).
To be honest, mate, I’m looking at a pretty grim 16-day window. The guidance points to this spot being a solid reef for advanced surfers, needing a clean SW swell and some ENE wind to make it really sing. But the forecast just isn’t playing ball. The entire run is plagued by onshore and cross-onshore winds, predominantly from the west, which is not your friend here. On top of that, there's a constant threat of thunderstorms hanging around most days.
For the first few days, starting Tuesday the 25th, you’ve got a solid SW groundswell pushing in with periods around 15 seconds, and the combined swell energy is very strong, hitting over 1100. But it’s all for nothing with that onshore wind and "poor surf conditions" stamped all over it. The water temp is sitting at 82°, which is about average for the time of year. That massive swell on the 27th, with energy readings over 2800 and a 19-second period, is actually more of a kiteboarding signal than a surfing one – too much wind and chop for a paddle.
Wednesday the 26th morning is the only blip on the radar, scraping a score of 1 out of 10. You’ll see a 4 ft swell with a very long 16-second period, but the wind is onshore. That’s not a recommendation, that’s just me being honest that it’s the least bad option. For a break that needs a clean window to work, this is a washout.
This pattern of poor quality hangs around for the entire forecast. There’s no standout period. The whole run is basically a long gap of "don't bother" stretching right through to the 9th of September. If you were hoping for a session, this is a real bummer. The reef will be there waiting, but the ocean is not cooperating. Forecasts can change, but right now, there is nothing on the table worth paddling out for.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 61mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Wed afternoon, min 26°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 52mm), heaviest during Fri afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Fri morning, min 26°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 25 | Wednesday 26 | Thursday 27 | Friday 28 | Saturday 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | S 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
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957 | 802 | 232 | 715 | 525 | 664 | 2468 | 1189 | 1498 | 1191 | 1016 | 711 | 547 | 468 | 922 | 1381 | 1652 | 2070 | 2546 | 2669 | 2402 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 1:20PM0.55m | 1:48AM0.46m | 1:45PM0.60m | 2:10AM0.52m | 2:09PM0.64m | 2:33AM0.59m | 2:32PM0.67m | 2:56AM0.64m | 2:55PM0.67m | 3:20AM0.67m | 3:18PM0.66m | 3:46AM0.69m | 3:41PM0.63m | 4:12AM0.68m | |||||||
Low Tide | 7:54PM0.11m | 7:26AM0.14m | 8:09PM0.07m | 7:54AM0.11m | 8:26PM0.04m | 8:22AM0.08m | 8:45PM0.02m | 8:50AM0.07m | 9:05PM-0.00m | 9:18AM0.07m | 9:27PM-0.01m | 9:47AM0.07m | 9:49PM-0.01m | ||||||||
6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | |
— | 6:19 | — | — | 6:19 | — | — | 6:19 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:17 | — | — | 6:16 | — | — | 6:16 | — | |
mm | 7 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
Temp °C | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 |
Feels °C | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 28 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 15 | S 14 | W 9 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 19 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
957 | 802 | 169 | 715 | 525 | 610 | 2468 | 1189 | 1498 | 1191 | 1016 | 711 | 547 | 468 | 922 | 1381 | 1652 | 2070 | 2546 | 2669 | 2402 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 10 | WNW 10 | S 9 | SSE 8 | S 8 | SSW 19 | W 9 | SSW 13 | W 8 | W 9 | W 9 | SW 22 | W 8 | SSW 20 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 11 | WNW 10 | SSE 9 |
102 | 96 | 136 | 73 | 84 | 664 | 57 | 192 | 71 | 55 | 54 | 18 | 37 | 272 | 350 | 299 | 299 | 132 | 114 | 31 | 64 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | SW 19 | SSW 13 | S 24 | SSW 12 | SSE 8 | WNW 9 | SSE 9 | W 8 | W 9 | SE 8 | WSW 9 | SW 20 | W 9 | SE 8 | S 16 | SE 8 | SW 12 | WNW 9 | SE 9 | S 11 |
47 | 15 | 232 | 11 | 155 | 33 | 84 | 80 | 51 | 56 | 15 | 25 | 101 | 38 | 11 | 20 | 11 | 69 | 29 | 12 | 38 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 6 | WSW 5 | SW 5 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 | W 6 |
81 | 71 | 25 | 225 | 215 | 268 | 262 | 257 | 105 | 108 | 111 | 125 | 128 | 128 | 148 | 153 | 128 | 108 | 130 | 115 | 124 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 750 | 750 | 424 | 210 | 739 | 211 | 210 | 738 | 211 | 210 | 859 | 211 | 208 | 338 | 211 | 210 | 859 | 211 | 205 | 211 | 211 |
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Information about the Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) 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 (Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa)) 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 Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) 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.
Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) is 9 km (6 miles) from the city of Ambalangoda. If you plan a holiday in West Sri Lanka, look for hotels and other accommodation in Ambalangoda. Ambalangoda has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











