Tuahine Point Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright, let’s get into it. The 16-day window starts with a bit of a roar, but it’s not all good news. We’ve got a big pulse of swell hitting Tuahine Point right out of the gate, but it’s a tricky one. Let’s break it down.

Thursday morning, August 6th, we’re looking at a solid 10ft swell from the south with a period of 11 seconds. The energy is massive – the combined energy is 3372, which is very strong. But here’s the thing: the wind is a cross-shore from the WSW at 12 mph, and the swell is actually too big for this break. It’s a reef setup, and when it’s that big, it can get unruly. The water temp is sitting at 56°, which is just a hair cooler than average for this time of year, so nothing wild there.

Thursday afternoon drops to 7ft, but the wind swings to a cross-on from the SSW, making it choppy. Not the day to be out there.

Now, Friday morning, August 7th, things start to look a bit more promising. The swell drops to 5ft from the SE, period 10 seconds, and the wind turns cross-off from the NW at 6 mph. That’s clean, and the offshore flow will keep the faces tidy. The energy is moderate at 895. It’s not a standout, but it’s a solid session.

The real standout window, though, is Saturday, August 8th. Both morning and afternoon are looking prime. The swell is 4ft from the SSE, with a period of 13-12 seconds, which is a nice long-period groundswell. The wind is cross-off from the NW and ENE, both light and clean. The energy is moderate (874 in the morning, 521 in the afternoon). This is the best on offer in the first week. The crowds are listed as “sometimes,” so you might have some company, but it’s not a zoo.

Sunday, August 9th, the swell drops to 3ft, but the wind is offshore from the NW at 9 mph. The period is 11-14 seconds, so it’s still a groundswell, but the energy is dropping (346-349). It’s a fun, mellow day.

After Sunday, the surf tapers off significantly. From Monday, August 10th, through to the end of the second week, the swell is tiny – mostly below 2ft, with periods between 8 and 12 seconds. The energy is very low, often under 100. There’s a long gap of really poor conditions from the 10th through to the 17th. The wind is often offshore, but with no swell, you’re just paddling around.

There’s a slight flicker of hope on Tuesday, August 18th, with a 4ft swell from the SSE, period 15 seconds – that’s a very long-period groundswell. The energy is moderate (638). The wind is cross-off from the north at 6 mph, so it’s clean. This is a promising, long-range call, but it’s a week and a half out, so keep an eye on it. The low tide and the long period might make it a bit straight at the point, but it’s worth checking.

After that, the winds get nasty on the 19th and 20th, with strong cross-on winds from the SSW and SW, making everything lumpy and unrideable. The swell is still there, but the wind is a killer.

So, for the best on offer: Saturday, August 8th is the clear winner. 4ft SSE swell, 13-12 second period, clean cross-off winds. It’s not huge, but it’s quality. The second standout is the long-range Tuesday, August 18th – 4ft SSE, 15-second period, clean north wind. That one has potential, but it’s a wait-and-see.

Rusty.

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