Kalapaki Beach

Lihue, Hawaii

SELECT DAY

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10:00 PM Pacific/Honolulu
Surf Quality:
FAIR

Current Conditions

FAIR
Fair conditions - still worth a paddle. Small 1.6ft waves with quality 10s ground swell with very light winds Note: winds from NW would be better.

🌬️ WIND

N
E
S
W
6
kt

🌊 SWELL

N
E
S
W
1.6
ft
🌊
Swell Height
1.6ft
🌊
Swell Period
10s
💨
Wind Speed
6kt
🌡️
Air Temp
19°C
💨
Wind Gusts
8kt
🌧️
Precipitation
0.1mm
🌊
Secondary Swell
0.8ft @ 10s

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📍 Local Knowledge

Kalapaki Beach in Kaua‘i is an exposed reef break known for its dependable surf and scenic surroundings. Summer brings the best conditions, especially when a south-southeast swell aligns with offshore winds from the northwest. The reef offers both left and right breaks, attracting a steady crowd of locals and visitors alike. Surf here is fueled by both windswells and groundswells, making it a versatile spot for varying conditions. Hazards include rocks in the lineup, so caution is advised, especially at lower tides. May is typically the best month for clean, consistent waves at Kalapaki Beach.

Best Swell: S
Bottom: Reef

Ideal Conditions

Swell: SSE
Wind: NW

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