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Diamond Head Surf Forecast, Oahu

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Diamond Head surf spot

Current Conditions

Fair - Good
Wave Height
3-4ft
waist to chest high
Swell Period
11.05s
Wind
22mph
NE / Gusts 24mph
Conditions
Fair - Good
Active Swells
Primary
1.0ft @ 11sS
Secondary
0.8ft @ 9sSE
Tertiary
0.3ft @ 12sNW
Wind Swell
4.9ft @ 5sNE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 313-4ft
Fair - Good
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Poor

Hold off if you can — morning starts out poor with 1-2ft waves. The breeze eases and things smooth out to poor - fair by PM.

6am9am12pm3pm
11s NNE|12-21mph ENE
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with strong ENE wind at 18mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
12s S|18mph ENE
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Sat
3ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Fair

12s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Diamond Head Surf 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

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Diamond Head Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Diamond Head?
The current wave height at Diamond Head is 3-4ft with a 11.05s swell period. Wind is NE at 22mph. Conditions are rated Fair - Good.
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Diamond Head?
The current breaking wave height at Diamond Head is 3-4ft, produced by a 1ft S primary swell at 11s, a 0.8ft SE secondary swell at 9s, a 0.3ft NW tertiary swell at 12s, a 4.9ft NE wind swell swell at 5s. 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.
When is the best time to surf Diamond Head?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Diamond Head is Wednesday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 4ft waves, a 11.05s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.