Surf Forecasts:
Rock Point/Pohakuloa surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 20 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 24 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 8s period, E swell with 756 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 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 Thursday (Aug 20) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m 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 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 11PM. 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 5AM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Thu 20th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Mon 24th Aug) | 8ft (2.5m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rock Point/Pohakuloa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s on the menu for Rock Point/Pohakuloa.
Looking at the big picture, it’s a tough stretch ahead. We’re staring down the barrel of a long, disappointing run with very little to get excited about for the next couple of weeks. There’s a gap of almost a full week with no real recommendations, and most of what we do see is just not worth paddling out for.
The only spot that even gets a mention is Rock Point/Pohakuloa, a reef and point setup that’s inconsistent and can get crowded. It’s exposed to the NE, but the swell energy we’re seeing is mostly weak to moderate (196) early on, with a short, choppy period of 8 seconds. The water temp is sitting at 80°, which is pretty much average for this time of year.
Right from the start, Tuesday the 18th and Wednesday the 19th are write-offs. We’ve got a 4ft swell from the ENE, but the wind is a cross-shore mess, and the conditions are just poor. The energy is weak, and the sets are short and fat.
Thursday the 20th offers a slight glimmer. The swell drops to 3ft from the E, and the wind turns light cross-offshore, making things clean. The energy is low (126), but for a beginner or someone just wanting to get wet, it’s surfable. The period is still short at 8 seconds, so don’t expect any power.
Then we hit a massive dry spell. From Friday the 21st right through to Monday the 1st of September, it’s all poor surf conditions. The swell builds from 4ft up to a chunky 12ft late in August, but the wind is a relentless cross-shore gale, turning the ocean into a lumpy, choppy mess. The energy climbs from moderate (163) to very strong (1441) by the 30th, but it’s all for nothing with that wind. By Sunday the 30th, the swell is 12ft from the E with a period of 8 seconds – that’s big, steep, and messy. Way too big for beginners, and probably only fun for experts if you can find a clean corner, but the cross-shore wind will ruin it. This setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing.
Finally, on Wednesday the 2nd of September, we get a little hope. The swell drops to 6ft from the E, and the period stretches to 10 seconds, which is a nice groundswell. The wind turns cross-off from the NE, giving us clean conditions. The energy is high (950). It’s still a marginal call, and the tide could be tricky, but it’s the first time in over a week that the conditions line up. It’s a long way out, so take it with a grain of salt, but if you’re keen, mark that Wednesday afternoon.
So, the standout? It’s a weak one, but Thursday the 20th is the only clean, small-wave option for the near future. For the long-range, Wednesday the 2nd of September is the promise of a proper swell with clean wind, but it’s a long way off. Keep your eyes on the forecast.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Thu afternoon, min 24°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Fri afternoon, min 25°C on Sat night). Mainly fresh winds. | |||||||||||||||||||
Tue 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | NNE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 9 | E 9 | E 7 | E 7 | ENE 8 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
173 | 235 | 176 | 190 | 114 | 72 | 71 | 59 | 123 | 129 | 187 | 232 | 272 | 324 | 324 | 664 | 700 | 500 | 611 | 713 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 4:24PM0.60m | 8:36AM0.63m | 11:03AM0.66m | 12:04PM0.72m | 12:38PM0.76m | 10:08PM0.40m | 1:06PM0.81m | 11:41PM0.43m | 1:30PM0.84m | 00:27AM0.48m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 00:04AM0.21m | 00:47AM0.22m | 2:06AM0.24m | 3:51AM0.23m | 9:08PM0.40m | 5:04AM0.19m | 8:19PM0.38m | 5:54AM0.15m | 8:19PM0.36m | |||||||||||
— | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | |
6:53 | — | — | 6:53 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:51 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Feels °C | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 25 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | NNE 7 | SW 16 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | NNE 7 | NNE 7 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 11 |
49 | 10 | 40 | 133 | 100 | 72 | 59 | 59 | 98 | 91 | 124 | 89 | 87 | 85 | 119 | 79 | 90 | 108 | 108 | 58 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | WNW 12 | W 12 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | E 8 | ENE 7 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | W 10 | W 10 | WNW 11 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 |
17 | 28 | 11 | 39 | 40 | 40 | 71 | 38 | 15 | 23 | 31 | 17 | 23 | 85 | 59 | 56 | 54 | 51 | 46 | 43 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 13 | WSW 6 | W 7 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 18 | SW 17 | E 8 | W 10 | W 10 | SW 9 | WSW 10 | WNW 14 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | SW 9 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 17 |
14 | 4 | 4 | 42 | 41 | 79 | 107 | 34 | 19 | 33 | 3 | 10 | 40 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 12 | 28 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | ENE 7 | — | — | — | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 6 | E 9 | E 9 | E 7 | E 7 | ENE 8 |
173 | 235 | 176 | 190 | 114 | — | — | — | 123 | 129 | 187 | 232 | 272 | 324 | 324 | 664 | 700 | 500 | 611 | 713 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 14 | 24 | 20 | 28 | 29 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 52 | 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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