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The surf forecast for Riyue Bay (Riyuewan) over the next 12 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Dec 06) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 1.8m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Riyue Bay (Riyuewan) in the next 12 days are 3.5m 11s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Dec 10) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Monday (Dec 08) at 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (CST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 6th Dec) | 7ft (2.1m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 6th Dec) | 7ft (2.1m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Wed 10th Dec) | 11ft (3.5m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Riyue Bay (Riyuewan) over the next 12 days.
Short Range Forecast Moderate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Thu morning. Warm (max 23°C on Thu morning, min 20°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 3-6 Weather Summary Some drizzle, heaviest during Tue night. Warm (max 24°C on Sun afternoon, min 19°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Wave Height (m) & direction (?) | E | E | ENE | ENE | E | E | ENE | ENE | E | ENE | E | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | E | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE |
| Period(s) (?) | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 |
Wave (?)Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 707 | 828 | 1861 | 1591 | 1160 | 1199 | 960 | 790 | 598 | 739 | 422 | 787 | 1066 | 1200 | 1243 | 740 | 1324 | 2481 | 1807 | 1591 | 1530 | |
Wind (km/h) | ENE | NE | NE | NE | NE | NE | NE | NE | NNE | NE | NE | N | NNE | NE | N | NNE | NNE | N | N | NNE | NNE |
| Wind State (?) onshore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore offshore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross- off | cross | cross- off | cross | cross | cross- off | cross- off | cross | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off |
High Tide / height (m) | 8:44PM 1.65 | 9:26PM 1.76 | 10:12PM 1.81 | 11:01PM 1.80 | 11:51PM 1.73 | 12:40AM 1.60 | 1:29AM 1.43 | ||||||||||||||
Low Tide / height (m) | 5:22AM -0.08 | 6:16AM -0.16 | 7:10AM -0.18 | 8:04AM -0.13 | 8:55AM -0.04 | 9:41AM 0.08 | |||||||||||||||
Thursday 04 | Friday 05 | Saturday 06 | Sunday 07 | Monday 08 | Tuesday 09 | Wednesday 10 | |||||||||||||||
| Sunrise | 6:56 | - | - | 6:56 | - | - | 6:56 | - | - | 6:58 | - | - | 6:58 | - | - | 6:58 | - | - | 7:00 | - | - |
| Sunset | - | 6:00 | - | - | 6:00 | - | - | 6:00 | - | - | 6:00 | - | - | 6:01 | - | - | 6:01 | - | - | 6:01 | - |
Rain (mm) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | 3 |
| Temp. °C | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 |
| Feels °C (?) | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 20 |

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The above surf forecast table for Riyue Bay (Riyuewan) provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 12 days. A general guide to surfing at Riyue Bay (Riyuewan) can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Riyue Bay (Riyuewan) 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 (Riyue Bay (Riyuewan)) 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 Riyue Bay (Riyuewan) 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.
Are you planning a holiday in Hainan? If you are looking for accommodation near Riyue Bay (Riyuewan), camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Hainan, consider staying in Wanning which is 26 km (16 miles) away. Other places in and around Hainan where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Li-an which is 27 km (17 miles) away, Baoding, Bacun and Baimalingcaifachang.

