Hanalei Bay Surf Report & Forecast

Hanalei, Hawaii

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Current Surf Conditions at Hanalei Bay

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🌊 Surf Quality Timeline (Week)

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10:00 AM Pacific/Honolulu
Surf Quality: GOOD
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🌬️ WIND

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E
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W
6
kt

🌊 SWELL

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E
S
W
3.1
ft
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SWELL
HEIGHT
3.1ft
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SWELL
PERIOD
8s
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WIND GUSTS
7kt
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AIR TEMP
21°C
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SECONDARY
SWELL
1.8ft @
12s
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PRECIPITATION
0mm
SURF QUALITY
GOOD
Good surfing conditions. Sweet 3.1ft waves with mixed swell and gentle offshore winds keeping it clean Note: winds from SSE would be better.

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📊 7-Day Detailed Forecast

Expandable daily forecasts with hourly details

Sunday

Apr 5
EXCELLENT13 excellent hours
🌊 1.3-3.5ft 💨 4-8kt 🌡️ 16-24°C
TimeQualitySwell HeightPeriodSwell DirWind SpeedWind DirGustsAir TempWater TempRain
12:00 AM
GOOD
1.3ft12sNNW5ktNE10kt17°C24°C0mm
1:00 AM
FAIR
1.5ft12sNNW5ktNE9kt17°C24°C0mm
2:00 AM
GOOD
1.6ft12sNNW5ktNE8kt17°C24°C0mm
3:00 AM
GOOD
1.7ft12sNNW5ktNE8kt17°C24°C0mm
4:00 AM
GOOD
1.7ft11sNNW5ktNNE7kt16°C24°C0mm
5:00 AM
EXCELLENT
1.8ft11sNNW4ktNNE7kt16°C24°C0mm
6:00 AM
EXCELLENT
2.4ft10sN5ktNE7kt17°C24°C0mm
7:00 AM
GOOD
2.9ft9sNE5ktNE7kt18°C24°C0mm
8:00 AM
GOOD
3.5ft7sENE5ktENE7kt18°C24°C0mm
9:00 AM
GOOD
3.3ft8sNE6ktENE7kt20°C24°C0mm
10:00 AM
GOOD
3.1ft8sNE6ktENE7kt21°C24°C0mm
11:00 AM
GOOD
2.9ft8sNE6ktE6kt23°C24°C0mm
12:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.7ft9sNNE7ktE7kt23°C24°C0mm
1:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.4ft10sN8ktE7kt23°C24°C0mm
2:00 PM
GOOD
2.1ft10sNNW8ktE7kt24°C24°C0mm
3:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW7ktE7kt23°C24°C0mm
4:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktE7kt22°C24°C0mm
5:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktE7kt22°C24°C0.1mm
6:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktE7kt21°C24°C0.1mm
7:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktE8kt20°C24°C0.1mm
8:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktE8kt19°C24°C0.1mm
9:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktE8kt19°C24°C0.1mm
10:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktENE8kt19°C24°C0.1mm
11:00 PM
EXCELLENT
2.1ft10sNNW6ktENE8kt19°C24°C0.1mm

Monday

Apr 6
GOOD9 excellent hours
🌊 1.5-2.1ft 💨 2-5kt 🌡️ 18-22°C

Tuesday

Apr 7
FAIR9 excellent hours
🌊 2.2-3.8ft 💨 1-6kt 🌡️ 17-24°C

Wednesday

Apr 8
EXCELLENT24 excellent hours
🌊 3.7-4.7ft 💨 2-5kt 🌡️ 18-24°C

Thursday

Apr 9
EXCELLENT24 excellent hours
🌊 2.8-4.2ft 💨 0-7kt 🌡️ 20-22°C

Friday

Apr 10
GOOD19 good hours
🌊 3.0-3.7ft 💨 2-5kt 🌡️ 19-23°C

Saturday

Apr 11
GOOD4 excellent hours
🌊 2.5-3.5ft 💨 4-8kt 🌡️ 20-24°C

Forecast Summary

Best Day:Check forecast for optimal conditions
Average Swell:2.0ft @ 10s
Wind Conditions:2-8kt NE
Water Temperature:24°C

Local Knowledge & Surf Guide

Local Knowledge

Hanalei Bay in Kaua‘i is an exposed reef and point break known for its consistency and scenic backdrop. While summer tends to be mostly flat, winter brings reliable surf, especially when a north swell aligns with offshore winds from the south-southeast. The wave here breaks right over the reef and handles a range of conditions well, offering rideable surf at all stages of the tide. Its popularity means it can get crowded, particularly on good days. Hazards include localism and sharks, so respect the lineup. January is typically the best month for clean, powerful waves.

Best Swell Direction: SW
Bottom Type: Reef
Location: Town: Hanalei | County: Kauaʻi County | State: Hawaii | Country: United States | Postcode: 96714 | Road: Honu Road | Full Address: Honu Road, Hanalei, Kauaʻi County, Hawaii, 96714, United States

Ideal Conditions

This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.

Ideal Swell DirectionN
Ideal Wind DirectionSSE

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