Surf Forecasts:
Rock Point/Pohakuloa surf forecast from 17 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 7s period, ENE swell with 545 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period with E swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rock Point/Pohakuloa this week:
The surf forecast for Rock Point/Pohakuloa over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Rock Point/Pohakuloa in the next 16 days are 2.5m 7s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 12s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 23) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Wed 19th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Mon 24th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rock Point/Pohakuloa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s happening at Rock Point/Pohakuloa. This reef and point setup is inconsistent, and it rarely fires, so when we get a window, you gotta pay attention.
Right now, the outlook is pretty bleak for the next week or so. We’ve got a stretch from August 17th through the 24th that’s showing poor surf conditions. The swell is hanging around 2 ft to 6 ft, coming out of the E to ENE with a short period of 6-8 seconds. That’s weak, crumbly energy, and the combined swell energy is low to moderate, maxing out around 450 (moderate). On top of that, we’ve got cross-shore winds – 9 to 19 mph – the whole time, which is going to chop everything up. It’s a lumpy, messy picture, not worth paddling out for.
Now, things get interesting from August 27th onward. The 27th of August is the standout. The swell jumps to 10 ft to 12 ft from the E, with a period that stretches out to 12 seconds, which is some proper groundswell energy. The combined energy rockets up to over 3225 (very strong). This is big, powerful swell – too big for beginners, and honestly, even for most intermediates. At over 8 ft, this is expert territory. The cross-shore wind is lighter here at 12 mph, but still cross, so it won’t be glassy. The only hang-up: at a reef and point break, a long-period swell like this (over 11 seconds) can make for some really nice, lined-up waves, but it might also close out if the direction isn't perfect. The optimum swell is from the NE, and we’re getting E and ENE, so it’s a bit off-angle, but still considerable.
This goes right through the 28th and 29th of August as well, with similar massive 10 ft to 12 ft swells (energy up to 2595 and 2172 – very strong). But the winds stay cross and blow 16-19 mph, keeping it from being perfect. After that, it drops off again into smaller, poorer surf into early September, with one more blip of big energy (12 ft, 1870 energy) on September 1st, but again, cross winds.
So the call is clear: The 27th of August is the best bet, but only for the experienced crew. The swell is huge, the energy is massive, and while it’s not perfectly groomed, if you can handle heavy waves, Rock Point could offer some memorable rides. Crowds are often a problem here, so expect company.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 25°C on Mon morning, min 24°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Thu afternoon, min 25°C on Thu morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the ENE on Thu night, fresh winds from the ENE by Sat afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | E 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 5 | E 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 6 |
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383 | 252 | 238 | 171 | 181 | 218 | 202 | 107 | 122 | 88 | 70 | 50 | 132 | 163 | 102 | 223 | 374 | 373 | 449 | 483 | 303 | |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 4:33PM0.66m | 6:50AM0.63m | 4:24PM0.60m | 8:36AM0.63m | 11:03AM0.66m | 12:04PM0.72m | 12:38PM0.76m | 10:08PM0.40m | 1:06PM0.81m | 11:41PM0.43m | |||||||||||
Low Tide | 11:04AM0.43m | 11:33PM0.19m | 11:50AM0.51m | 00:04AM0.21m | 00:47AM0.22m | 2:06AM0.24m | 3:51AM0.23m | 9:08PM0.40m | 5:04AM0.19m | 8:19PM0.38m | |||||||||||
6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | |
— | 6:54 | — | — | 6:53 | — | — | 6:53 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:51 | — | — | 6:50 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SW 17 | SW 18 | NNE 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 11 |
21 | 41 | 37 | 44 | 49 | 10 | 108 | 107 | 122 | 88 | 70 | 50 | 98 | 91 | 124 | 89 | 87 | 69 | 123 | 82 | 78 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | W 11 | WSW 6 | S 13 | SSW 13 | W 12 | NE 6 | SW 16 | NE 7 | NNE 6 | NNE 7 | NNE 6 | W 8 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | WNW 10 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 |
11 | 9 | 4 | 13 | 17 | 12 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 36 | 38 | 36 | 5 | 8 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 85 | 58 | 56 | 54 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 6 | WSW 6 | WNW 11 | NW 10 | W 13 | SW 18 | SW 16 | W 12 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | W 10 | SW 8 | SW 9 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WNW 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | SW 9 |
4 | 4 | 12 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 40 | 11 | 41 | 79 | 107 | 94 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 9 | 20 | 8 | 8 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 7 | E 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | NE 6 | — | — | — | — | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 5 | E 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 6 |
383 | 252 | 238 | 171 | 181 | 218 | 202 | 39 | — | — | — | — | 132 | 163 | 102 | 223 | 374 | 373 | 449 | 483 | 303 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 28 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 17 | 20 | 15 | 14 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 18 | 14 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
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Information about the Rock Point/Pohakuloa Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Rock Point/Pohakuloa provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Rock Point/Pohakuloa can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Rock Point/Pohakuloa 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 (Rock Point/Pohakuloa) 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 Rock Point/Pohakuloa 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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