
Surf Forecasts:
Waihee surf forecast from 14 Sep 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 17 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 10s period, ENE swell with 741 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Waihee this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Waihee in the next 16 days are 2.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 17) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 18s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Thu 17th Sep) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Waihee over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. I’m going to run you through the same period, but in feet and miles per hour this time. Hang on.
The Overall Pattern
First off, those days at the start—Monday the 14th and Tuesday the 15th of September—are dead. No energy, flat waves. The wind is a steady cross-on from the NE, around 9 to 12 mph, and it’s choppy. The combined energy is low—around 91 on Monday morning, climbing to 144 by Tuesday. The waves are tiny, only about 2ft to 3ft, with a short period of 8 seconds. Complete waste of time.
A Bit of Push, Still Messy
From Wednesday the 16th into Thursday the 17th, it starts to build. Wave height gets up to around 5ft to 6ft from the ENE, with a period of 9 to 10 seconds. The combined energy jumps into the moderate range—390 on Wednesday morning, up to 619 on Thursday morning. But the wind is still cross-on at 12 to 15 mph, and the ocean is lumpy and choppy. The report says “poor surf conditions” every time. That size is getting interesting for the big-wave guys, but the shape is terrible. It’s not a paddle session.
The Weekend Grind
By Saturday the 19th and Sunday the 20th, the swell stays at 6ft to 6ft from the ENE, with moderate energy (around 450 to 462). Still cross-on at 15 mph. The period is short at 8 seconds, so waves are just messy lumps. Honest—kite surfers would have more fun than paddle surfers right now.
The One That Glows
Now check this: on Monday the 28th of September, the morning shows a NW swell at 3ft, but with a super long period of 15 seconds. That’s groundswell. The combined energy hits a strong 639. For Waihee, which is a reef and point, a long period like that can be gold. The optimum swell direction here is NNE, so the NW is a bit sideways, but the wave energy is there. The wind is still cross-on at 15 mph, but at a point break, groundswell can still hold shape. The water is average temp for the time of year. This is the only real window in the whole 16 days where you might get a clean ride.
The Final Stretch
After that Monday morning, the rest of the forecast—from Tuesday the 29th onward—goes back to the same ENE cross-on, 6ft with 8-second period and moderate energy (593). Nothing special. Consistent, but consistently poor.
So, take my word: the only glimmer of hope is that Monday the 28th morning pulse. It’s far out, so don’t book your plane ticket yet, but if the wind shifts a little, that could be a proper session. Otherwise, it’s a dusty patch. But you know this area—it’s fairly consistent, so the blank run won’t last forever. Forecasts can change.
Stay salty. Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon afternoon. Warm (max 27°C on Tue afternoon, min 25°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Fri morning, min 25°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | Thursday 17 | Friday 18 | Saturday 19 | ||||||||||||||
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) | NNE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | E 11 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 8 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 |
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99 | 70 | 54 | 41 | 96 | 40 | 56 | 380 | 455 | 372 | 619 | 505 | 471 | 383 | 383 | 402 | 448 | 459 | 402 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 4:21AM0.69m | 3:27PM0.58m | 5:04AM0.66m | 3:32PM0.52m | 5:57AM0.62m | 3:16PM0.48m | 7:25AM0.57m | 10:10AM0.58m | 11:23AM0.62m | ||||||||||
Low Tide | 9:36PM0.04m | 10:13AM0.29m | 9:58PM0.04m | 10:54AM0.36m | 10:19PM0.06m | 11:48AM0.43m | 10:43PM0.10m | 11:13PM0.14m | 00:18AM0.19m | 3:22AM0.20m | |||||||||
— | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | |
6:30 | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:29 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:27 | — | — | 6:25 | — | — | 6:24 | — | |
mm | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 |
Feels °C | 25 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 9 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NNE 8 | E 12 | NNE 8 | E 11 | SW 18 | SW 18 | WSW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 17 | SW 18 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 |
99 | 70 | 54 | 41 | 45 | 40 | 56 | 80 | 79 | 59 | 66 | 66 | 77 | 78 | 76 | 69 | 41 | 40 | 40 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | NW 12 | WSW 22 | E 13 | WSW 20 | E 11 | NNE 8 | N 9 | NNE 9 | NW 10 | W 10 | SW 20 | W 10 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 |
3 | 6 | 45 | 30 | 75 | 39 | 32 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 14 | E 14 | NNE 10 | NE 8 | WSW 19 | WSW 19 | NW 9 | NW 9 | S 11 | W 8 | W 10 | W 9 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 |
8 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 3 | 74 | 73 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 4 | NE 5 | ENE 5 | NE 8 | ENE 4 | ENE 5 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 8 | ENE 9 | ENE 9 | ENE 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 |
53 | 15 | 38 | 37 | 96 | 34 | 42 | 380 | 455 | 372 | 619 | 505 | 471 | 383 | 383 | 402 | 448 | 459 | 402 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 16 | 20 | 8 | 8 | 16 | 8 | 16 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 19 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
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Information about the Waihee Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Waihee provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Waihee can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Waihee 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 (Waihee) 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 Waihee 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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