Pipeline Surf Forecast
Oahu
Current Conditions
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Spot Guide
Pipeline is a legendary reef break on Oahu's North Shore that produces some of the world's most powerful and hollow barrels. The wave stands up steeply on a shallow reef with a sharp take-off zone, creating intense hollow tubes that demand expert technique and split-second timing. This iconic spot is best in winter when North Pacific swells arrive with consistency, though it can turn dangerously shallow and fast during larger swells.
Forecast Charts
Daily Forecast
Hold off if you can — morning starts out poor with 2-3ft waves. Later in the day looks more promising — 3-4ft and fair - good.
A slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor - fair conditions with calm winds.
A slow one — 4-5ft waves and poor - fair conditions with glassy conditions.
Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on NNW swell at 10s with barely a breath of wind. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Slim pickings today — 5-6ft and poor with barely a breath of wind.
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