Rock Point/Pohakuloa Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.11° N 156.74° W

Rock Point/Pohakuloa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 pm 03 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Rock Point/Pohakuloa sea temperature is
26.7°C
0.1° 

Rock Point/Pohakuloa surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Rock Point/Pohakuloa surf forecast from 4 Sep 2026:

  • Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, ENE swell with 2,419 kJ wave energy.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rock Point/Pohakuloa this week:

The most powerful waves expected at Rock Point/Pohakuloa in the next 16 days are 3.0m 13s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 15s period and expected on Monday (Sep 07) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (HST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)--
Best Surf--
Most Powerful 2PM (Mon 7th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 13s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rock Point/Pohakuloa over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Hey everyone, Rusty here. Look, I’m gonna be straight with you – if you’re looking for clean, classic surf at Rock Point/Pohakuloa over the next couple of weeks, you’re going to be fighting the wind the whole time. This is a reef and point set-up that loves a good NE swell, and while there’s plenty of size coming, the conditions are just not cooperating. It’s a frustrating run of cross-shore wind that’s going to leave things lumpy and chopped out.

The water temperature is sitting at 80°F, which is pretty much bang on normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick suit.

The first few days are a write-off. Thursday the 3rd kicks off with a 8ft ENE swell, but with a fresh 22 mph cross-breeze, it’s a messy, poor surf situation. The combined energy is moderate at 627, but the wind is just ruining it. Friday the 4th has a bit more promise on paper with a 4ft E swell but a very long 14-second period, pumping the energy up to 902. Still, that cross-wind kills it, and the morning stays poor. The afternoon sees a jump to 8ft ENE swell with 14-second period, giving a strong energy reading of 2258, but the wind is still a fresh 19 mph cross-shore, leaving it as a marginal, ugly option.

Saturday the 5th and Sunday the 6th are more of the same: 8ft to 8ft ENE swell, moderate to fresh cross-winds, energy readings in the 1200-1700 range. The waves are there, but they’ll be a lumpy, cross-choppy mess. Definitely not the standout.

The pattern doesn’t let up. All the way through to the 14th of September, it’s the same story – cross-shore wind, lumpy conditions, and scores that are either poor or marginal. The swell is mostly ENE, ranging from 5ft to 8ft, and while the energy is often moderate to strong, the quality is just not there. This is a stretch where the wind is making it more interesting for kite surfing than for a smooth paddle session.

There is one period that might be worth a look if you’re desperate. Monday the 14th afternoon through Tuesday the 15th sees a 7ft to 8ft ENE swell with a period of 9-11 seconds, giving energy readings of 1143 to 1928. The wind is still a fresh 19 mph cross-shore, so it’s still marginal, but the size is solid. The 8ft on Tuesday morning is pushing into expert territory, and with that cross-chop, it’s going to be a handful. This is the closest thing to a “best on offer” in this whole window, but it’s a long way from perfect.

After that, it’s back to the same old poor conditions, with the wind staying strong and cross-shore right through the 18th.

So, the honest truth? There’s no real standout session here. The wind is the enemy, and it’s not letting up. If you have to go, keep your expectations low and maybe look for a more sheltered corner. But for clean lines at Rock Point, you’re better off waiting for a different forecast.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sat night. Warm (max 26°C on Thu night, min 25°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Sun night. Warm (max 28°C on Tue morning, min 26°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds.

Friday
4
Saturday
5
Sunday
6
Monday
7
Tuesday
8
Wednesday
9
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1
1
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2
2
1
2
0
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Swell
Height Map
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
2.5
ENE
7
1.2
E
14
2.4
ENE
14
2.3
ENE
14
2.3
ENE
13
2.2
E
14
2.2
E
13
2.2
ENE
12
2.3
ENE
12
2.5
ENE
12
2.5
ENE
13
2.5
ENE
12
2.3
ENE
11
1.7
ENE
10
1.4
ENE
9
0.8
E
14
0.8
E
14
0.8
E
13
1.5
ENE
7
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
561
515
2252
1956
1765
1813
1657
1338
1461
1697
2216
1794
1330
612
320
261
236
222
212
Wind (km/h)
35
ENE
35
ENE
30
ENE
25
E
25
ENE
25
ENE
25
E
25
E
20
E
25
E
25
E
15
SE
30
S
25
S
10
ESE
20
E
25
ENE
30
ENE
30
ENE
Wind State
cross
cross
cross
cross
cross
cross
cross
cross
cross
cross-on
cross
on
on
on
cross-on
cross-on
cross
cross
cross
High Tide
10:11AM0.74m
11:27AM0.81m
12:14PM0.86m
11:11PM0.43m
12:51PM0.90m
00:16AM0.50m
1:23PM0.91m
1:05AM0.58m
1:51PM0.90m
1:48AM0.65m
Low Tide
00:35AM0.16m
2:12AM0.18m
3:59AM0.17m
7:38PM0.36m
5:15AM0.13m
7:43PM0.32m
6:12AM0.11m
7:59PM0.28m
7:00AM0.11m
8:17PM0.23m
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clear
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clear
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6:11
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6:40
6:39
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Temp °C
26
26
26
25
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26
Feels °C
23
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25
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29
26
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25
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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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