
Surf Forecasts:
Rock Point/Pohakuloa surf forecast from 9 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 15 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 11s period, ENE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 13s period, ENE swell with 3,771 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 15 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 11s period with ENE 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 Saturday (Aug 15) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 14s. 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 3.5m 13s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 15s period and expected on Friday (Aug 14) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 2PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 10ft (3.0m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Sat 15th Aug) | 11ft (3.5m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rock Point/Pohakuloa over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s take a look at what’s cooking for the next couple of weeks.
Straight up, it’s a rough start. The first week or so is a write-off. We’ve got a solid run of days with no real surf to speak of through to the middle of the month. The wind is mostly cross-shore and fresh, with a lumpy chop that’s going to make it a frustrating paddle. The swell is there, but it’s coming from the wrong direction (ENE) and the period is short, under 8 seconds, so it’s just messy windswell.
The only real standout in this entire outlook is a short window around Saturday, August 15th and Sunday, August 16th at Rock Point/Pohakuloa (reef and point). This is the one to circle on the calendar. The swell is going to be pumping, but it comes with a big caveat. On Saturday the 15th, the afternoon session sees a solid 12ft groundswell from the ENE with a long 13-second period, giving it some serious power. The wind swings to a cross-off, so the face should be clean. However, at 12ft, this is only for experienced surfers. It’s going to be a big, powerful wave. The break is inconsistent, so you’ll be waiting for the sets, but when they come, they’ll be worth it. Crowds are likely here on a good day, so expect company.
Sunday the 16th keeps that same 12ft ENE swell, with a 12-second period. The wind actually goes fully offshore from the N in the afternoon, which is a dream scenario for getting clean, hollow walls. Again, expert-only territory. The swell direction is ENE, but the optimum swell for this spot is from the NE, so it’s not quite perfect alignment, but with that much period and offshore wind, it’ll still be a session to remember.
After that, the swell drops off fast. By Monday the 17th the wind is onshore and the quality is gone, and we’re back into the small, weak, and chopped-out pattern for the rest of the forecast. The water temp is sitting at 80°, which is about average for this time of year, so no wetsuit needed.
So, to sum it up: the first week is a dud. The 15th and 16th are the clear highlights, but only for the confident crew. After that, it’s back to waiting for the next pulse.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sun afternoon. Warm (max 26°C on Sun morning, min 25°C on Sun morning). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Wed morning, min 25°C on Wed morning). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 10 | ENE 11 | ENE 13 | ENE 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
365 | 383 | 461 | 329 | 337 | 311 | 239 | 239 | 181 | 154 | 159 | 223 | 212 | 244 | 371 | 502 | 603 | 1024 | 1628 | 3556 | 3501 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 1:17PM0.93m | 11:48PM0.45m | 1:54PM0.97m | 00:51AM0.50m | 2:28PM0.98m | 1:43AM0.55m | 2:58PM0.97m | 2:31AM0.59m | 3:26PM0.92m | 3:18AM0.63m | 3:50PM0.86m | 4:04AM0.65m | 4:10PM0.79m | 4:52AM0.65m | |||||||
Low Tide | 8:26PM0.39m | 6:14AM0.03m | 8:43PM0.35m | 7:04AM0.01m | 9:06PM0.31m | 7:49AM0.02m | 9:30PM0.28m | 8:31AM0.07m | 9:54PM0.24m | 9:10AM0.14m | 10:18PM0.22m | 9:48AM0.24m | 10:42PM0.20m | ||||||||
6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:03 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | |
— | 7:00 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 6:59 | — | — | 6:59 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:57 | — | — | 6:57 | — | |
mm | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 |
Feels °C | 25 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 16 | NNW 10 | NNW 9 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | ESE 16 | SSW 13 | ENE 13 |
70 | 68 | 33 | 28 | 88 | 57 | 54 | 81 | 73 | 65 | 121 | 103 | 100 | 78 | 126 | 70 | 69 | 65 | 85 | 35 | 3501 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 13 | NNW 11 | SW 16 | SW 16 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | SSW 19 | SSW 18 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | NNW 8 | NNW 7 | NNW 7 | NNW 9 | SSW 13 | W 11 | SSW 14 |
33 | 24 | 65 | 64 | 26 | 13 | 11 | 11 | 74 | 106 | 64 | 55 | 27 | 27 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 35 | 10 | 41 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 12 | SSW 12 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | NNW 7 | W 10 | W 12 | W 12 | NNW 9 | NNW 8 | W 12 | W 12 | W 12 | W 11 | NNW 9 | W 11 | W 13 |
11 | 30 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 10 | 30 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | E 6 | E 7 | E 6 | E 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 6 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 10 | ENE 11 | ENE 13 | ENE 13 |
365 | 383 | 461 | 329 | 337 | 311 | 239 | 239 | 181 | 154 | 159 | 223 | 212 | 244 | 371 | 502 | 603 | 1024 | 1628 | 3556 | 2144 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 66 | 24 |
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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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