
Surf Forecasts:
Rock Point/Pohakuloa surf forecast from 3 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Monday 6 Jul, 2PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 7s period, ENE swell with 544 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 2.3m 7s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 06) 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 0.5m 18s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 05) at 5PM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 2PM (Mon 6th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 7s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rock Point/Pohakuloa over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright, let’s get real about Rock Point/Pohakuloa. This is a reef and point set-up that likes swell from the NE, but it’s inconsistent – it doesn’t fire all that often. Right now, looking down the whole 16-day run, it’s a pretty grim picture. The water temperature is sitting at 79° with a tiny anomaly of 0.5°, so it’s basically average for this time of year.
The issue here is the wind. From Thursday afternoon, 2nd July, all the way through, we’ve got a relentless cross-shore wind hammering in from the ENE at 18 to 22 mph. That’s a fresh breeze, and it’s churning the ocean into a lumpy, cross-chop mess. Even though there’s swell – starting around 5 ft and building to over 7 ft in the first few days – the quality is rated as poor surf conditions the entire stretch. The combined swell energy is moderate, hitting values like 302 up to 545, so there’s some push in the water, but it’s all ruined by the wind. Periods are short, mostly 7-8 seconds, so it’s just wind-slop, not proper groundswell.
There isn’t a single standout session in the whole forecast. Every single time slot – morning and afternoon – for the first two weeks gets the same bad report. This is a blank run, plain and simple. For a break that’s already inconsistent, a stretch like this is pretty normal for the area. The surf just isn’t happening here.
If you’re feeling desperate, the swell does reach around 7 ft on the 16th of July, but with that same cross-wind and short period, it’s still poor. Honestly, with the wind and the chop, this set-up looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing right now.
It’s a tough one to call. Forecaster confidence is low for any improvement because the wind pattern is locked in. We’re looking at a full 16-day gap with no real options. Hang in there, forecasts can change, but for now, leave the boards in the car.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Sun morning. Warm (max 25°C on Thu afternoon, min 24°C on Thu night). Mainly fresh winds. | Days 5-7 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Sun night. Warm (max 25°C on Sun afternoon, min 24°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 |
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302 | 345 | 355 | 400 | 354 | 345 | 382 | 345 | 389 | 387 | 435 | 423 | 532 | 471 | 531 | 531 | 482 | 411 | 373 | 349 | 390 | |
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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 | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 4:43PM0.88m | 3:39AM0.48m | 5:09PM0.85m | 4:32AM0.48m | 5:34PM0.82m | 5:39AM0.49m | 5:58PM0.77m | 7:05AM0.51m | 6:22PM0.72m | 8:54AM0.56m | 6:49PM0.65m | 10:38AM0.66m | 7:18PM0.59m | 11:48AM0.76m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:33PM0.37m | 9:43AM0.14m | 00:03AM0.34m | 10:17AM0.21m | 00:34AM0.31m | 10:55AM0.30m | 1:08AM0.27m | 11:44AM0.40m | 1:48AM0.23m | 1:07PM0.50m | 2:35AM0.18m | 3:51PM0.56m | 3:28AM0.13m | ||||||||
— | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:50 | |
7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | — | 7:12 | — | 7:12 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 25 |
Feels °C | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | NW 13 | NW 13 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | SSW 18 | SW 18 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 |
49 | 44 | 46 | 63 | 78 | 93 | 90 | 66 | 123 | 150 | 102 | 99 | 92 | 84 | 82 | 81 | 38 | 38 | 37 | 35 | 33 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 19 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 19 | NW 11 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 10 | ESE 10 | ESE 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | N 8 | — | W 19 | W 18 | W 16 |
35 | 50 | 47 | 70 | 66 | 98 | 58 | 93 | 43 | 42 | 17 | 16 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 1 | — | 7 | 6 | 21 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 14 | NW 13 | NW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 21 | SW 20 | SW 15 | SW 14 | ESE 11 | SSW 13 | ESE 10 | NW 10 | NW 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
18 | 25 | 32 | 16 | 15 | 88 | 98 | 54 | 54 | 11 | 16 | 9 | 4 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 7 | ENE 7 |
302 | 345 | 355 | 400 | 354 | 345 | 382 | 345 | 389 | 387 | 435 | 423 | 532 | 471 | 531 | 531 | 482 | 411 | 373 | 349 | 390 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 28 | 24 | 24 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 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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