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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.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. The sweet spot is around midday — 1-2ft waves, strong E wind at 15mph, poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 12mph E winds.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 14mph out of the ENE.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 12mph from the E. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon 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 7.6s swell period. Wind is ENE at 18mph 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 0.4ft SSW tertiary swell at 18s, a 3.2ft NE wind swell swell at 7s. 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 7 AM to 10 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.
