Neakahine Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

G'day, I'm Rusty. Let's have a look at what's cookin' for Neakahine Point.

We've got a bit of a slow start, but there's some glimmers in the mix. The first proper surf worth paddling out for shows up on Monday, September 14. That morning, Neakahine Point gets a clean, glassy window with the swell coming from the WNW at 4ft. The period's a short 8 seconds, so it'll be a bit fat and walled-up, but with the wind dead flat and the water feeling average for this time of year, it's a chance to get a few crumbly ones. The combined energy sitting at 297 (moderate energy) tells you it's not gonna be pumping, but it's surfable.

The real standout though, and this is worth marking on the calendar, is Thursday, September 17. Both morning and afternoon are glassy – dead smooth – with a nice NW swell hanging in at 5ft dropping to 4ft, period still short at 8 seconds but the energy is up around 364 to 380 (moderate energy). That's your best window for clean, playful waves without the crowds, though be aware this spot can get a bit of company. It's inconsistent here, so when it's good you gotta jump.

After that, Friday the 18th afternoon throws in a weird one – a glassy 1ft WSW groundswell with a very long 20-second period. That's a weak set-up but those long lines might wrap in nicely at this reef and point, giving you the odd stand-up wave if you're patient. Energy's moderate at 311.

Then we hit a flat, poor stretch from the 19th through the 22nd. Light cross-onshore breezes and marginal surf – not worth the paddle. But hold on, because the back half of the outlook gets interesting.

On the 23rd, Wednesday morning sees a jump in size – 4ft WNW at 11 seconds, with an offshore breeze and energy jumping to 525 (strong). The catch is it's got rain and light onshore later, and the quality's questionable. Still, that morning could surprise.

The real big one is Friday, September 25. That morning brings a solid 8ft WNW groundswell with a 13-second period and combined energy of 1829 (very strong). That is proper. The wind is light cross-shore, and it's gonna be a big, powerful day. That's expert territory – 8ft is over the 8ft mark for raw height, so beginners stay away. The afternoon cleans up offshore with 7ft and still plenty of juice (1173 energy). This is the main event of the forecast, but remember it's over a week away, so treat it as promising but not set in stone.

Saturday the 27th morning gives a glassy 6ft WNW at 8 seconds (451 energy) – a solid end to the run with clean conditions.

Overall, Thursday the 17th is your clean, consistent pick for this period. And if you're an experienced surfer, keep an eye on Friday the 25th – that could be a proper session if the winds play ball.

Rusty.

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