Kapaniah

Niuli‘i, Hawaii

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6:00 PM Pacific/Honolulu
Surf Quality:
POOR

Current Conditions

POOR
Poor conditions right now. Tiny waves under 1ft with long-period 17s ground swell with glassy conditions Note: winds from SW would be better. Might want to wait for better conditions.

🌬️ WIND

N
E
S
W
3
kt

🌊 SWELL

N
E
S
W
0.7
ft
🌊
Swell Height
0.7ft
🌊
Swell Period
17s
💨
Wind Speed
3kt
🌡️
Air Temp
24°C
💨
Wind Gusts
4kt
🌧️
Precipitation
0mm
🌊
Secondary Swell
0.5ft @ 10s

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📍 Local Knowledge

Kapaniah in Big Island is an exposed reef break known for its highly reliable surf and year-round consistency. It performs best when northeast swells meet offshore winds from the southwest, delivering clean, dependable waves suitable across all tide stages. The remote location keeps crowds to a minimum, making it an ideal spot for solitude-seeking surfers. Despite the peaceful setting, riders should watch out for hazards like sharp rocks and sea urchins. Spring, especially March, is typically the best time to score clean, quality waves at Kapaniah.

Best Swell: N
Bottom: Reef

Ideal Conditions

Swell: NE
Wind: SW

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