
Surf Forecasts:
Waidroka surf forecast from 29 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 5 Aug, 12AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 19s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 3 Aug, 6PM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 13s period, SSW swell with 1,599 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 1 Aug, 6AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 14s period with SW swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Waidroka this week:
The surf forecast for Waidroka over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 01) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. Another secondary swell of 1.0m and 7s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Waidroka in the next 16 days are 2.1m 13s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 03) at 6PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 12PM.
| Wave Type | Time (+12) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Sat 1st Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 14s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Wed 5th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 19s |
| Most Powerful | 6PM (Mon 3rd Aug) | 7ft (2.1m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Waidroka over the next 16 days.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Warm (max 23°C on Thu morning, min 19°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 23°C on Sun afternoon, min 20°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | Tuesday 4 | Wednesday 5 | |||||||||||||||
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) | S 12 | S 12 | SSE 11 | ESE 6 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 19 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
289 | 279 | 156 | 200 | 271 | 506 | 469 | 489 | 268 | 456 | 614 | 934 | 1127 | 1583 | 1321 | 813 | 797 | 811 | 1009 | 828 | 981 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross |
High Tide | 7:29PM1.40m | 7:19AM1.54m | 8:05PM1.44m | 7:58AM1.52m | 8:41PM1.46m | 8:38AM1.48m | 9:18PM1.48m | 9:21AM1.43m | 9:57PM1.49m | 10:08AM1.37m | 10:40PM1.50m | 11:03AM1.31m | 11:29PM1.50m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:12PM0.18m | 1:17AM0.45m | 1:47PM0.19m | 1:56AM0.44m | 2:21PM0.21m | 2:37AM0.43m | 2:56PM0.25m | 3:20AM0.42m | 3:33PM0.30m | 4:07AM0.42m | 4:14PM0.36m | 4:58AM0.41m | 5:02PM0.42m | ||||||||
6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | |
— | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 2 | — | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 3 | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 21 |
Feels °C | 18 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 12 | SSE 11 | SSE 10 | SW 16 | SSW 16 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SE 11 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 17 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 |
289 | 279 | 156 | 133 | 271 | 506 | 469 | 489 | 182 | 456 | 614 | 934 | 1127 | 1583 | 1321 | 813 | 797 | 335 | 1009 | 828 | 981 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 12 | SSW 11 | SSE 10 | SSE 10 | SE 11 | SE 11 | SW 14 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 13 | SE 12 | SE 12 | SE 11 | S 16 | SSW 21 | SW 19 | SSW 11 | SW 10 | S 21 |
247 | 180 | 137 | 84 | 100 | 82 | 103 | 103 | 268 | 192 | 232 | 273 | 259 | 158 | 127 | 236 | 557 | 811 | 154 | 48 | 9 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 13 | SE 13 | SE 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 11 | SSE 12 | S 10 | S 9 | SSW 16 | ESE 7 | E 7 | SW 22 | SW 21 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 12 | S 14 | SE 12 | SSW 11 | SW 11 | S 21 |
178 | 170 | 130 | 175 | 84 | 96 | 48 | 44 | 173 | 17 | 24 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 139 | 146 | 47 | 154 | 32 | 9 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 6 | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | ESE 6 | — | — | — | ESE 7 | E 8 | — | — | SE 6 | E 7 | SSE 10 | SSE 12 | SSE 12 | SSE 11 |
144 | 115 | 144 | 200 | 176 | 93 | 93 | 40 | — | — | — | 28 | 30 | — | — | 64 | 17 | 402 | 647 | 518 | 441 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 79 | 89 | 79 | 79 | 79 | 56 | 17 | 97 | 0 | 17 | 23 | 23 | 770 | 772 | 770 | 770 | 770 | 0 | 770 | 17 | 90 |
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Information about the Waidroka Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Waidroka provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Waidroka can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Waidroka 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 (Waidroka) 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 Waidroka 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.
Waidroka is 55 km (34 miles) from Suva. If you plan a holiday in Kadavu Passage, look for hotels and other accommodation in Suva. Suva has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










