Waikiki Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for the coming weeks.

We start off with a bit of a slow spell, but don't write it off just yet. The real action is shaping up for Tuesday the 28th, and it's a proper standout. That’s the one to circle.

Monday, July 27th is a bit of a washout, to be honest. Waikiki is seeing some waist-high lines from the east, around 4ft to 5ft, but a stiff 19 mph onshore breeze is going to mess it up. It’s cleanable but not worth rushing out for. The water is a warm 80°F, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year.

Tuesday, July 28th is the day. This is the big one. We’ve got a solid 7ft to 8ft pulse of east swell rolling in, with a nice 13-second period. The wind swings offshore from the NNE, and the combined energy is pumping at 1650 to 1696. This is powerful, clean, and lined up. Now, for Waikiki, this size is pushing it—it’s going to be too big for beginners, and the currents will be strong. For the experienced crew, though, this is going to be a proper session. The crowd factor is something to keep in mind: Waikiki is often packed, and on a day like this, it’s going to be busy.

From Wednesday, July 29th through to the end of the first week, the energy drops right off. We’re looking at small, weak 2ft to 2ft south swells, with cross-onshore winds and poor conditions. Not much to get excited about. The combined energy sits well under 400, which is very weak.

Friday, August 1st sees a weird spike of 8ft on the Saturday morning, but it’s a short-period 8-second wind swell, and the wind is a strong 28 mph. It’s going to be a messy, blown-out mess. Not worth a paddle.

The entire second week, from Sunday, August 3rd to Saturday, August 9th, is a total write-off. Tiny swells, persistent offshore winds that are too strong, and combined energy mostly below 200. It’s a long, flat stretch with nothing to offer.

Sunday, August 10th and Monday, August 11th bring a flicker of hope. Small, clean south swells (2ft to 2ft) with a very long 16-second period. The wind goes light, even glassy on the Monday afternoon. The combined energy is still low (around 296 to 406), but the conditions will be clean. For Waikiki, this long-period south swell might be a bit too straight for the beach break, but it’ll be pretty and cruisy. A good option for a longboard or a beginner looking for a gentle, clean session, but don't expect any power.

So, to wrap it up: Tuesday, July 28th is the clear standout for the experienced surfer, but be ready for the size and the crowd. Everything else is either too small, too windy, or too far out. The second week is a tough one, but that little window on the 10th and 11th might give you a clean, mellow wave.

Rusty.

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