Ohara Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it. The surf window’s looking at Ohara, and for a spot that’s inconsistent, we’ve got a pretty decent run of days shaping up.

Water temp at Ohara is sitting at 73°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year – not a huge shocker, but you’ll want a spring suit if you’re feeling the chill.

It kicks off Tuesday afternoon (July 7th) with some chest-high, 5ft SE swell, but that cross-shore breeze is putting a little chop on it. Not the best start, but it’s something. The real show starts Wednesday morning (July 8th) – that swell bumps up to 7ft from the ESE with a 16-second period, and the wind goes light cross-shore. It’s still a little ripply in the morning, but by Wednesday afternoon the wind switches to a light cross-offshore and the energy is strong (combined energy of 2010). That’s when it starts to clean right up.

Thursday the 9th and Friday the 10th are the standouts. Thursday morning has a 6ft SSE swell with light offshore wind – clean walls. Thursday afternoon is 7ft and clean, same story. Friday picks up to 7-7ft from the south with moderate offshore wind; the swell is powerful and long-period. Combined energy is strong to very strong (2036 to 2548). For an inconsistent spot, this is gold.

Saturday the 11th keeps the run going – 7ft S swell with a 17-second period, moderate offshore wind, very strong energy (2820). This is expert-level surf; too big for beginners. The long period means paddle-outs will be easier between sets, but at a beach setup it might wall up a bit.

Sunday the 12th is still fun but backing off – 6ft to 5ft, clean but dropping. After that, Monday (13th) drops below 3ft and the energy fades fast. There’s a big gap from Monday afternoon through to Tuesday the 14th where it’s just small and messy.

Then Wednesday the 15th brings a second pulse – 7ft SSE swell, moderate offshore wind, strong energy (2200). Another good day for experienced surfers. Thursday the 16th is still rideable at 5-6ft but period drops to 10 seconds, energy moderate.

By Friday the 17th we’re down to 4-4ft and the period is short, 8-9 seconds. From then on, the forecast fades into small, weak surf with occasional glassy mornings but barely 2-2ft. From the 18th onward, it’s mostly flat or blown out – poor conditions and not worth a paddle.

So, the real standout is the run from Wednesday the 8th through Saturday the 11th. That’s your window. Ohara is inconsistent, but when it lines up like this, it’s worth the watch.

Rusty

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