
Surf Forecasts:
Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) surf forecast from 6 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Friday 10 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 12s period, W swell with 1,098 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 2.0m 12s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 10) at 11AM. 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 | 11AM (Fri 10th Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa) over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the menu for Hikkaduwa over the next couple of weeks. Straight up, I gotta be honest with you – it’s looking bleak. This isn't one of those weeks where you have to pick and choose between good waves and decent wind. The guidance is in, and the only spot that gets a mention is Inside Reef (Hikkaduwa), but even that's a real tough sell.
We’ve got a solid 16-day window ahead, but don't get your hopes up. The problem from the get-go is wind. From Monday the 6th right through to the end of the second week, we’re dealing with a persistent cross-onshore breeze from the west and west-northwest, 13 to 16 mph. That’s kicking up chop and making a mess of what could otherwise be a decent swell. The water's a touch warmer than normal at 84°F, but that’s little comfort when you’re staring at bumpy, blown-out lines.
Now, there is swell. For the first week, from Monday the 6th through to Sunday the 12th, we see consistent 6 ft to 7 ft swells rolling in from the west and west-northwest. The swell period hangs around 9 to 11 seconds, so it's got a bit of grunt. The combined energy is moderate to strong, hitting three and even four-digit figures. But here’s the kicker – with that cross-onshore wind, the wave comment for nearly every session is "poor surf conditions." There are a couple of afternoons around Thursday the 9th and Friday the 10th that get a "marginal" nod, meaning the tide or some other factor might line up, but it’s not enough to get excited about. The swell direction is coming from the W and WNW, which is not the ideal SW direction Inside Reef likes.
That second week, from Monday the 13th onwards, the swell drops right off. We’re looking at smaller 3 ft to 3 ft pulses, but the period gets interesting – these are long-period, 14 to 21 second ground swells from the SSW. That's the right direction (SW), which is a good sign for the reef setup. However, the wind stays stubbornly onshore or cross-onshore, and the combined energy drops to moderate levels. Still, the wave comments are stuck on "poor" or "marginal." The wave state is often "unknown" in that second week, which adds to the uncertainty.
So, what's the best of a bad lot? Honestly, there isn't a single standout. The whole 16-day period is a write-off for a decent paddle. If you're an absolute die-hard and you have to get wet, the afternoons of Thursday the 9th and Friday the 10th are your best chance. You'll have 5 ft to 7 ft of swell from the W and WNW, but the wind will be cross-onshore, so expect chop. It's not going to be pretty.
For the truly desperate, the second week from around the 18th to the 19th of July, when the swell aligns a bit more from the SSW (the optimum direction) with longer periods, you might find a cleaner wave at Inside Reef if the wind gods suddenly cooperate. Right now, the forecast shows cross-offshore winds then, which could be the saving grace. But it's a long way out, so take that with a grain of salt.
Given the persistent onshore wind and the moderate size, this setup actually looks more interesting for the kite-surfing crew than us paddle surfers. There’s plenty of wind and bumpy water, which is their perfect playground.
Stay tuned, but don't hold your breath. Forecasts can change, but this one’s looking stubborn.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 29°C on Mon afternoon, min 27°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 26mm), heaviest during Thu morning. Warm (max 28°C on Thu morning, min 27°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 11 | WNW 11 | W 11 | WNW 11 | SSW 14 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | SSW 16 | WNW 11 | W 12 | WNW 12 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
618 | 509 | 530 | 669 | 763 | 734 | 749 | 721 | 711 | 828 | 894 | 889 | 1098 | 978 | 894 | 862 | 815 | 730 | 614 | 464 | 476 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on |
High Tide | 5:34PM0.54m | 6:37AM0.53m | 6:09PM0.48m | 7:35AM0.52m | 6:51PM0.42m | 8:53AM0.51m | 8:02PM0.35m | 10:30AM0.52m | 10:18PM0.32m | 11:52AM0.55m | 00:06AM0.33m | 12:51PM0.59m | 1:10AM0.38m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:37AM0.22m | 00:03AM0.12m | 12:29PM0.26m | 00:40AM0.14m | 1:43PM0.29m | 1:27AM0.16m | 3:47PM0.30m | 2:37AM0.18m | 5:59PM0.26m | 4:17AM0.18m | 7:04PM0.20m | 5:45AM0.15m | 7:45PM0.15m | ||||||||
6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | |
— | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:28 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 2 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 28 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 27 |
Feels °C | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 29 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 10 | W 10 | SSE 10 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | WNW 11 | SSW 14 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 | W 12 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 | S 12 |
146 | 509 | 107 | 318 | 279 | 272 | 749 | 624 | 711 | 828 | 843 | 889 | 1098 | 778 | 563 | 372 | 367 | 309 | 304 | 314 | 365 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 15 | SSE 10 | SW 15 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | S 16 | S 15 | SSE 9 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSE 8 | SE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | SSE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 | SE 9 |
242 | 114 | 217 | 90 | 88 | 257 | 357 | 66 | 408 | 384 | 894 | 678 | 778 | 47 | 38 | 29 | 28 | 32 | 29 | 29 | 21 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 20 | SW 15 | SSW 18 | S 16 | S 17 | SSE 9 | SSW 14 | SW 18 | S 16 | SSW 16 | SSE 9 | SSE 9 | SSE 8 | SW 18 | SSE 9 | SW 16 | S 15 | S 24 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 23 |
7 | 226 | 62 | 46 | 220 | 65 | 243 | 50 | 343 | 432 | 98 | 71 | 48 | 49 | 52 | 65 | 74 | 11 | 54 | 33 | 101 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | — | W 10 | W 11 | WNW 11 | W 11 | — | WNW 10 | — | — | — | — | W 6 | WNW 12 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 |
618 | — | 530 | 669 | 763 | 734 | — | 721 | — | — | — | — | 101 | 978 | 894 | 862 | 815 | 730 | 614 | 464 | 476 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 192 | 859 | 211 | 205 | 210 | 210 | 172 | 172 | 172 | 205 | 210 | 211 | 210 | 739 | 333 | 210 | 338 | 211 | 210 | 338 | 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.










