Makaha Surf Break

Lat Long: 12.12° S 77.05° W

Makaha Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 am 15 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Makaha sea temperature is
20.1°C
3.5° 

Makaha surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Makaha surf forecast from 15 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 20 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 18s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 15 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 15s period, SW swell with 415 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 20 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 18s period with SW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Makaha this week:

The surf forecast for Makaha over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 20) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.7m and 11s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Makaha in the next 16 days are 1.0m 15s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 15) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (-05) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Sun 20th Sep)1.5ft (0.5m) 18s
Best Surf 7AM (Sun 20th Sep)1.5ft (0.5m) 18s
Most Powerful 1PM (Tue 15th Sep)3.5ft (1.0m) 15s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Makaha over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s coming for Makaha over the next couple of weeks in feet and miles per hour.

Honestly, it’s a quiet start. The first decent chance doesn’t roll in until the tail end of the period, so there’s a long stretch of flatness to sit through. For a spot like Makaha—a consistent reef break that usually has something—this kind of dead run does happen, but it stings when you’re itching for a wave. The water temp is 68°, which is about 6° warmer than usual for this time of year. That’s a huge anomaly—feels like summer bathwater.

From the 15th through the 25th of September, it’s mostly tiny, weak, and messy. Swell heights range from around 1ft to 3ft, with periods dropping as low as 12 seconds, and the combined swell energy is weak to moderate—between 119 and 629. The wind is a constant problem: mostly cross-onshore from the south or southwest, keeping the surface choppy and bumpy. That ideal offshore direction from the ENE never shows up. Tuesday the 15th has a bit of 3ft, 15-second SW groundswell with moderate energy (629), but a cross-on breeze at 9 mph kills it. Not worth paddling out. The rest of that week is just flatter with onshore junk.

Then, late in the window, it starts to wake up. Saturday the 26th sees a jump to 4ft from the SW, period around 14 seconds, and energy climbs into the strong range at 750. Wind is light cross-onshore at 6 mph—still bumpy but a whole lot more interesting. Sunday the 27th holds 3ft to 4ft, and Monday the 28th has 4ft from the SSW. But the real standout is shaping up for Wednesday the 30th of September. Swell hits 6ft from the SSW, period a short 9 seconds, but the combined energy is solid at 682. Wind is light cross-onshore from the SW at 6 mph. 6ft is getting solid—still good for most surfers, but it’s starting to push beyond beginner territory. The short period means it’ll be a bit lumpy, but the size and light wind could still give you some decent, cleanish lines out on the reef if the tide plays ball. It’s a promising late burst, but being ten days out, keep your expectations in check.

One other date to note: Tuesday the 29th, when the wind turns cross-shore SSE at 12 mph with 5ft, 8-second swell. That short-period, wind-driven setup looks more like a kitesurfing session than a clean paddle.

So if you’re keen, aim for Saturday the 26th through Wednesday the 30th, with the 30th offering the most size. For now, it’s mostly a waiting game with a lot of onshore chop. Makaha’s a consistent spot, so this flat run is unusual, but forecasts can change fast. Hang in there.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue morning, min 18°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Fri morning, min 18°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Saturday
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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
9:05PM0.76m
8:20AM0.57m
10:02PM0.72m
8:45AM0.49m
11:18PM0.69m
9:04AM0.43m
00:53AM0.69m
11:32AM0.39m
2:12AM0.71m
1:53PM0.41m
3:01AM0.76m
2:52PM0.45m
3:35AM0.80m
Low Tide
2:09PM0.17m
3:16AM0.38m
2:40PM0.21m
4:41AM0.43m
3:16PM0.25m
7:56AM0.43m
4:11PM0.28m
9:34AM0.39m
5:57PM0.30m
9:51AM0.35m
7:28PM0.29m
10:09AM0.33m
8:24PM0.26m
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Information about the Makaha Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Makaha provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Makaha can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Makaha 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 (Makaha) 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 Makaha 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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