Sunset Beach Surf Forecast, Oahu

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Current Conditions

Poor

Wave Height

5-6ft

head high

Swell Period

10.9s

Wind

18mph

ENE / Gusts 18mph

Conditions

Poor

Active Swells

Primary

0.9ft @ 12sNW

Secondary

0.4ft @ 11sSSW

Wind Swell

6.8ft @ 11sNNE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days

Tue, Mar 315-6ft

Poor

6am9am12pm3pm

Wed, Apr 14-5ft

Poor

Skip the dawn patrol — 4-5ft and poor early on. Winds back off through the day and conditions clean up to fair by PM.

6am9am12pm3pm

11s NNE|7-16mph ENE

Thu, Apr 22-3ft

Poor

Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on NW swell at 10s and 14mph ENE winds. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.

6am9am12pm3pm

12s W|12-14mph ENE

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Forecast Charts

Sunset Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break

Beach

Bottom

Sand

Level

Advanced

Crowd

Heavy

Best Swell

Best Wind

Season

Winter

Sunset Beach is one of Oahu's most iconic and powerful winter breaks, located on the North Shore where consistent Pacific swells create world-class waves that can reach 20+ feet. The beach break offers a mix of playful smaller waves during calm periods and serious barreling peaks when swell is up, making it a premier destination for experienced surfers seeking challenging conditions. Known for its dramatic seasonal transformation and vibrant surf culture, Sunset attracts international competitors and dedicated locals who respect the ocean's raw power.

Strong currentsShallow sandbarsPowerful shorebreakLocalismRip currents

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

Sunset Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Sunset Beach?

The current wave height at Sunset Beach is 5-6ft with a 10.9s swell period. Wind is ENE at 18mph. Conditions are rated Poor.

How accurate is the Sunset Beach surf forecast?

Our Sunset Beach 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 Sunset Beach?

The current breaking wave height at Sunset Beach is 5-6ft, produced by a 0.9ft NW primary swell at 12s, a 0.4ft SSW secondary swell at 11s, a 6.8ft NNE wind swell swell at 11s. 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 Sunset Beach?

Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Sunset Beach is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 4ft waves, a 10.95s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.