Rock Point/Pohakuloa Surf Break

Lat Long: 21.11° N 156.74° W

Rock Point/Pohakuloa Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 25 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Rock Point/Pohakuloa sea temperature is
27.0°C
0.3° 

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 25 Aug 2026:

  • Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 8s period, ENE swell with 514 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 2.1m 8s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) 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 0.4m 9s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 11AM.

Wave TypeTime (HST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)--
Best Surf--
Most Powerful11PM (Mon 31st Aug)7ft (2.1m) 8s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty.

To be honest, looking at the next couple of weeks at Rock Point/Pohakuloa, it’s a bit of a tough stretch. For the first week, we’ve got some consistent ENE swell pushing through, kicking up between 5 ft and 7 ft, but the problem is the wind. It’s blowing a solid 19 mph from the ENE, right onshore and creating a lumpy, cross-chop mess. The wave energy is moderate, hitting 385 on the 30th of August, but with that wind, it’s just not surfable. For the next few days, right through to the 1st of September, it’s the same story—constant onshore breeze ruining any chance of a clean wave. It’s a frustrating start.

Then, things start to look up a little. On the 2nd of September, Wednesday morning, something shifts. The wind drops to 9 mph from the NE, going cross-offshore, and the forecast says “clean.” The swell is 5 ft from the ENE with an 8-second period, and the energy is a solid 375 (moderate). This is the only real window in the first week where it might be worth a paddle. Keep in mind, this break is inconsistent and when it’s good, it can get crowded often, so don’t expect to have it to yourself.

As we push into the second week, around the 3rd and 4th of September, we see the period jump to 10 seconds, which is a bit more of a groundswell. Swell heights are 5 ft to 6 ft from the East and ENE, and the wave energy kicks up into the 700 to 900 range. The problem is the wind stays cross-shore, mostly from the ENE at 16 mph, so the reports say “marginal” or “questionable” conditions. It’s all very average, not a standout by any means.

The best of the entire outlook might be the 7th, 8th, and 9th of September. The swell period stretches out to 11 and 12 seconds, which is long-period groundswell, and the energy is massive, over 1000 (strong) and hitting 1394 on the 9th. That’s a powerful swell. But again, the wind is a dealbreaker. On the 7th, it’s a gentle 9 mph cross-shore, so it’s only marginally better. But by the 9th, it’s back to 19–22 mph from the ENE with that lumpy cross-chop. That strong, long-period groundswell would be unreal at a point break or reef, but with that much wind, the surface is going to be a mess. For a reef and point setup like this, the long period should give long, clean lines, but the wind will chop it up.

Honestly, unless you’re desperate, the only morning worth considering is the 2nd of September, Wednesday, when the wind finally goes offshore. The rest of the time, that constant cross-shore wind is just making life difficult. With the swell size staying in the 5 ft to 7 ft range, it’s doable for intermediates on a good day, but the quality just isn’t there.

Stay hopeful, but don’t hold your breath.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Tue morning, min 25°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Warm (max 26°C on Fri morning, min 25°C on Fri morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Tuesday
25
Wednesday
26
Thursday
27
Friday
28
Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Swell
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
2
E
6
1.8
E
6
1.7
E
6
1.6
ENE
6
1.5
E
6
1.5
E
6
1.5
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1.4
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6
1.5
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1.8
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1.9
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2.1
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1.9
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1.8
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2
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7
2.1
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Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
314
263
197
179
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154
149
166
154
175
219
200
310
260
328
385
330
350
299
412
507
Wind (km/h)
30
E
30
ENE
30
ENE
30
ENE
30
ENE
25
E
30
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25
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25
E
30
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30
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30
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30
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30
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Wind State
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High Tide
1:53PM0.87m
1:06AM0.53m
2:14PM0.88m
1:43AM0.58m
2:35PM0.87m
2:21AM0.63m
2:55PM0.85m
2:59AM0.67m
3:14PM0.82m
3:40AM0.70m
3:32PM0.77m
4:24AM0.72m
3:49PM0.71m
Low Tide
8:28PM0.33m
7:09AM0.10m
8:41PM0.30m
7:43AM0.11m
8:58PM0.26m
8:17AM0.14m
9:16PM0.22m
8:51AM0.19m
9:37PM0.18m
9:28AM0.26m
10:00PM0.15m
10:07AM0.34m
10:26PM0.13m
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rain showers
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6:49
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6:45
6:45
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1
Temp °C
26
26
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Feels °C
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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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