Best Waimanalo surf window today: tide and conditions

Waimanalo's best surf window today is 5:30 PM-6:30 PM, with falling tide, 14 mph wind, and 3.4 ft swell; tide in range. Makapuʻu is the top pick at 3.9 ft.

Live surf planning

Plan around the live conditions

Best time to surf Waimanalo this week

October rates 84/100 for Waimanalo. 1 of 1 local beaches are in peak season; June is the historical peak if this week's surf report looks marginal.

Match the surf report

Now: rising tide, 12 mph wind, and 1.1 ft swell. Confirm them in the live surf report first.

Check today's Makapuʻu surf report
84
GOOD

Seasonal pattern in October

October

1 of 1 beaches are in peak season right now. Expect 3-6 ft waves and 79°F water. Peak month: June.

Next steps

Turn Waimanalo's season guide into today's surf call

The calendar shows when this zone usually works. Start with the live report before you load boards.

Check today's Makapuʻu surf reportStart with the live wave height, wind, tide, and board call before committing.Open pageFind the best current Waimanalo windowCompare the city's current forecast and spot list against the seasonal pattern.Open pageCompare nearby Waimanalo spotsUse the map to switch beaches when crowd, wind, or tide changes the call.Open page

Surf Score by Month

Score reflects overall surf quality each month — combining peak season activity, water temperature, and crowd levels.

Monthly Breakdown

January

Peak
40
Waves8-15 ft
Water temp75°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsHigh
Beaches peaking0

Peak north shore season, big waves

February

Peak
40
Waves6-12 ft
Water temp74°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking0

Consistent north swells, contests

March

48
Waves4-8 ft
Water temp75°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking0

Transitional swells, fewer crowds

April

69
Waves2-5 ft
Water temp76°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking1

Small days, exploring outer reefs

May

81
Waves2-4 ft
Water temp77°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking1

South shore waking up, town surf

June

91
Waves3-6 ft
Water temp78°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking1

South shore swells, warm water

July

89
Waves3-6 ft
Water temp79°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsHigh
Beaches peaking1

Peak south shore, Waikiki season

August

88
Waves3-6 ft
Water temp80°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsHigh
Beaches peaking1

South swells, warmest water

September

87
Waves2-5 ft
Water temp80°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking1

Transition month, some south swells

October

84
Waves3-6 ft
Water temp79°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking1

Early north swells, low crowds

November

Peak
77
Waves6-12 ft
Water temp77°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking1

North shore fires up, Triple Crown

December

Peak
53
Waves8-15 ft
Water temp76°F
Wetsuitboardshorts
CrowdsHigh
Beaches peaking0

Peak north shore, Pipe Masters

Dawn Patrol vs Afternoon Sessions

Dawn Patrol

  • Typically glassier conditions before onshore winds build
  • Smaller crowds, especially on weekdays
  • Water temps at their coolest — plan your wetsuit for the low end (75°F in winter)
  • Best for beach breaks and exposed reef setups in Waimanalo

Afternoon Sessions

  • Onshore winds can create chop, but swell is often more consistent
  • Higher crowds on popular beaches, especially weekends
  • Water warms through the day — upper end (80°F in summer)
  • Sunset sessions can be magic when winds die down

Top Surf Spots in Waimanalo

Makapuʻu
upper-intermediatehigh

Peak: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Surf Guides for Waimanalo, HI

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
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Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
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