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Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Hale'iwa for the cleanest windows.
Poor today — get one free email when Hale'iwa turns Good.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Hale'iwa, Oahu. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 2ft and poor - fair conditions with 12mph ENE winds.
Sun, Jul 5: 2–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 2ft and poor - fair conditions with 13mph out of the ENE.
Mon, Jul 6: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. 1-2ft waves to start the day on NW swell at 10s.
Tue, Jul 7: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with 15mph ENE winds.
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 Hale'iwa is 1-2ft with a 7.75s swell period. Wind is ENE at 15mph 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 Hale'iwa is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.8ft WNW primary swell at 13s, a 0.6ft SW secondary swell at 13s, a 0.6ft NW tertiary swell at 15s, a 3.4ft NE wind swell swell at 8s. 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 Hale'iwa is Saturday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 2ft waves, a 7.8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Hale'iwa 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 Hale'iwa. 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.
Hale'iwa 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 Hale'iwa 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 Hale'iwa 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 Hale'iwa 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.
