Waihee Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into it for the Waihee area. We’ve got one spot on the menu, and it’s a bit of a mixed bag looking ahead.

First up, the water temperature is running about average for the time of year, so no surprises there. The problem is, for the next several days, the wind is a real pain. A persistent cross-onshore breeze from the east-northeast is going to keep things messy and choppy. We’re looking at a whole lot of days with “poor surf conditions” and scores that don't inspire much hope. The swell energy is all over the place, from moderate (747) up to strong (3319) on the 7th, but because the wind is so bad, it’s all pretty much unsurfable.

Honestly, the first real window where you might want to get wet is on Monday afternoon, September 7th. The swell is still solid at 7 ft from the ENE, with a 12-second period, and the energy is moderate (1392). The wind drops to a gentle cross-shore breeze from the east at 15 km/h, which will make it significantly less choppy. It’s a marginal call, but it’s the best we’ve got for a while. The break is a reef and point setup, fairly consistent, and the optimum swell direction is from the NNE, so that ENE swell is going to wrap in okay. It’s an intermediate-level wave, so if you’re a beginner, 7 ft might be a bit much to handle. Crowds can be a factor there sometimes, so be ready for that.

After that, the wind goes back to being a pain. The next glimmer is on Tuesday morning, September 8th. The swell drops to 5 ft from the NE, with a 10-second period and weak energy (597). The wind turns light and cross-shore from the ESE, which is a definite improvement. It’s still a marginal forecast, but it could be a fun, smaller session if you’re keen.

Beyond that, it’s a long stretch of nothing good. From the 9th all the way through to the 19th, it’s relentless cross-onshore winds and poor surf conditions. The swell fluctuates, but the wind is the killer. It’s a solid 10-day gap of poor quality. The swell energy drops into the weak range (below 200) by the 17th, so there’s just nothing to recommend.

For the standout, your best bet is that Monday afternoon, September 7th. It’s not perfect, but it’s the only time the wind gives you a break. Keep your expectations low, and you might snag a few.

Rusty, signing off.

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