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Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Waihua this week:
The surf forecast for Waihua over the next 12 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (May 10) at 3AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.3m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 12s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 15s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Waihua in the next 12 days are 3.5m 18s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (May 11) at 12PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 11s period and expected on Thursday (May 09) at 9PM.
| Wave Type | Time (NZST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 3AM (Fri 10th May) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 3AM (Fri 10th May) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 12PM (Sat 11th May) | 11ft (3.5m) 18s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Waihua over the next 12 days.
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| Period(s) (?) | 15 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 16 |
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| Energy (?) | 208 | 102 | 1237 | 748 | 798 | 522 | 955 | 1812 | 6614 | 1988 | 347 | 637 | 475 | 585 | 319 | 202 | 184 | 156 | 482 | 276 | 187 | 123 | 89 | 59 | 19 | 8 | 5 | 15 | 169 | 85 | 51 | 46 | 44 | 39 | 46 | 76 |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wind State (?) onshore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore offshore glassy | cross- off | cross- on | cross- on | cross- on | cross | cross- on | cross | cross | cross- on | off | glass | on | off | glass | on | cross- off | glass | cross- on | off | off | off | off | off | off | off | cross- on | cross- on | cross | cross | cross- on | cross | cross- on | cross- on | cross | cross | cross- off |
High Tide / height (m) | 6:09AM 1.64 | 6:39PM 1.72 | 7:04AM 1.63 | 7:32PM 1.73 | 7:57AM 1.60 | 8:24PM 1.70 | 8:50AM 1.55 | 9:16PM 1.66 | 9:42AM 1.50 | 10:07PM 1.60 | 10:33AM 1.44 | 10:57PM 1.54 | 11:23AM 1.38 | 11:46PM 1.48 | 12:13PM 1.34 | 12:35AM 1.43 | 1:03PM 1.30 | 1:23AM 1.39 | 1:52PM 1.29 | 2:10AM 1.36 | 2:40PM 1.30 | 2:57AM 1.35 | 3:27PM 1.33 | |||||||||||||
Low Tide / height (m) | 12:02AM 0.03 | 12:25PM -0.00 | 12:59AM 0.03 | 1:19PM 0.02 | 1:54AM 0.04 | 2:12PM 0.05 | 2:48AM 0.08 | 3:04PM 0.10 | 3:40AM 0.12 | 3:55PM 0.15 | 4:31AM 0.17 | 4:44PM 0.21 | 5:20AM 0.22 | 5:33PM 0.26 | 6:09AM 0.26 | 6:21PM 0.30 | 6:56AM 0.29 | 7:09PM 0.33 | 7:43AM 0.31 | 7:57PM 0.35 | 8:28AM 0.31 | 8:46PM 0.36 | 9:14AM 0.31 | |||||||||||||
Thursday 09 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Mon 20 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sunrise | - | 7:01 | - | - | 7:01 | - | - | 7:03 | - | - | 7:03 | - | - | 7:05 | - | - | 7:05 | - | - | 7:07 | - | - | 7:07 | - | - | 7:09 | - | - | 7:09 | - | - | 7:09 | - | - | 7:11 | - |
| Sunset | - | - | 5:12 | - | - | 5:10 | - | - | 5:09 | - | - | 5:08 | - | - | 5:07 | - | - | 5:07 | - | - | 5:06 | - | - | 5:05 | - | - | 5:04 | - | - | 5:04 | - | - | 5:02 | - | - | 5:01 |
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Rain (mm) | 1 | 3 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 8 | 9 | 6 | - | - | 2 | 2 | 4 | 17 | 10 | 8 |
| Temp. °C | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Feels °C (?) | 7 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Short Range Forecast: Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Very mild (max 12°C on Fri afternoon, min 8°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (light winds from the NW on Wed night, fresh winds from the S by Thu morning). | Days 3-6 Weather Summary Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon morning, min 6°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 6-9 Weather Summary Heavy rain (total 21mm), heaviest during Fri morning. Very mild (max 18°C on Wed afternoon, min 10°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Long Range Forecast: Heavy rain (total 56mm), heaviest during Mon night. Very mild (max 12°C on Sat afternoon, min 8°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SW on Fri night, strong winds from the SW by Mon afternoon). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Information about the Waihua Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Waihua provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 12 days. A general guide to surfing at Waihua can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Waihua surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Waihua) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Waihua may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
Waihua is 53 km (33 miles) from the city of Napier. If you plan a holiday in Hawkes Bay, look for hotels and other accommodation in Napier. Napier has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.
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