Honolua Bay - surf spot statistics

Honolua Bay is a world-class right-hand point break that thrives on consistent ground swells and favorable wind conditions. The best months for surfing here are typically from November through March, when ground swells dominate (60-81% of the time) and mean swell sizes range between 1.9m and 2.1m, peaking in December. During these winter months, the waves are powerful and well-formed, though wind conditions can be challenging, with only 32-35% of days offering good offshore or light winds. The shoulder months of October and April provide a mix of ground and wind swells, with October showing slightly better wind conditions (38% good winds) and decent swell size (1.5m). From May to September, conditions decline as wind swells take over (71-91% of the time), and swell size drops to 1.3-1.4m. While summer months see fewer ideal days due to onshore winds (59-76% bad wind conditions), September stands out with a slight improvement in wind quality (41% good winds) and a minor increase in ground swell activity (29%). Overall, experienced surfers will find the winter season most rewarding, but patience is needed to catch the best windows of clean conditions.

June at Honolua Bay typically sees manageable surf with an average swell height of 1.3m and a decent period of 8.5s, offering consistent but not overly powerful waves. The majority of swells come from the ENE, producing the most rideable waves in the 1–2.5m range—ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers, though smaller conditions (0.5–1.5m) are also frequent. Wind conditions are less favorable, with only 26% of days providing ideal offshore or light winds; prevailing easterly winds (E/ENE) often bring onshore chop at 10–30kph, which can degrade wave quality. Larger swells (over 1.5m) are mostly ENE-driven, offering punchier sections but requiring precise positioning. Expect smaller, cleaner mornings with afternoon wind interference. Overall, June delivers surfable waves but demands patience for the best sessions.