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Diamond Head Surf Forecast

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Diamond Head surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2+ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
8.55s
Wind
17mph
NE / Gusts 22mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.7ft @ 13sS
Secondary
0.5ft @ 13sSW
Tertiary
0.5ft @ 8sSE
Wind Swell
4.0ft @ 9sNE

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Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Heavy
Best Swell
N
Best Wind
S
Season
Winter

Diamond Head offers accessible beach breaks on Oahu's iconic south shore, with gentle rolling waves that peel across sandy bottoms—perfect for learning surfers and beginners looking to get comfortable in the water. The spot benefits from winter North Pacific swells while remaining protected from summer conditions, making it a reliable destination during the cooler months. As one of Oahu's most recognizable landmarks and tourist hotspots, expect consistent crowds and a social vibe mixed with the scenic beauty of the famous volcanic crater backdrop.

Heavy crowdsStrong localismTouristsOccasional strong currents

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Fair

Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 1-2ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 2-3ft and fair.

6am9am12pm3pm
13s S|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s NE|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s NE|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
13s S|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
12s S|Calm

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Diamond Head Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Diamond Head?
The current wave height at Diamond Head is 1-2+ft with a 8.55s swell period. Wind is NE at 17mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Diamond Head surf forecast?
Our Diamond Head forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends.