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Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Hali'ewa for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Hali'ewa, Oahu. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with calm winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 1-2ft waves on NW swell at 12s and 14mph E winds. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Expect 1-2ft waves early on NNW swell at 10s.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with strong E wind at 14mph.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph from the E. Afternoon breeze fills in to 17mph.
Haliʻewa on Oahu's North Shore is a mellow beach break that offers fun, forgiving waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The sandy bottom provides a softer landing and the break's gentle nature makes it perfect for developing fundamentals during smaller swell periods. With the famous Haliʻewa town nearby, this spot combines convenient amenities with reliable winter swells and a laid-back local vibe.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Hali'ewa is 1ft with a 7.35s swell period. Wind is ENE at 17mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Hali'ewa is 1ft, produced by a 1.6ft N primary swell at 8s, a 0.5ft NW secondary swell at 9s, a 0.5ft NW tertiary swell at 14s, a 3.3ft NE wind swell swell at 6s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Hali'ewa is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 7.1s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Hali'ewa works best with a NNW swell and S winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Hali'ewa. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Hali'ewa is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Haliʻewa on Oahu's North Shore is a mellow beach break that offers fun, forgiving waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The sandy bottom provides a softer landing and the break's gentle nature makes it perfect for developing fundamentals during smaller swell periods. With the famous Haliʻewa town nearby, this spot combines convenient amenities with reliable winter swells and a laid-back local vibe.
The prime season at Hali'ewa is winter, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Hali'ewa include localism, occasional strong currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Hali'ewa 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
