Hawaii
- Shortboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Hawaii is an exposed beach break on the Caribbean coast near Punta Cana, known for relatively dependable small surf with best conditions in November. Offshore winds from the north-northwest are specifically noted for the surf season, helping keep waves more usable. The spot is characterized as a sandy beach with scattered rocks and/or submerged reef patches in certain areas, so conditions can include rock hazards—especially when water levels change. Rip currents are reported as standard at this kind of exposed beach break, making it important to stay aware of outgoing flow. Surf quality is generally described as average, with small waves and short rides. Waves can offer both left- and right-hand peaks, and the break works at all tides. On very large swells, the waves can close out, though they tend to hold up better on moderate Caribbean swell angles. In terms of timing, it’s suggested to go early in the morning before the sea breeze develops. Crowd reports indicate relatively few surfers even on good days, and popularity is described as low-profile, with most attention focused locally rather than international surf tourism.
- Dependable small surf centered on November
- Offshore winds from the north-northwest in the main season
- Left and right peaks reported
- Generally low crowd levels
- Dependable small surf in the main season, with offshore winds from the north-northwest in November.
- Works at all tides and can offer both left- and right-hand waves.
- Generally low crowd levels, even on good days.
- Exposed shoreline can mean less protection from wind and weather.
- Submerged rocks and rip currents are reported hazards.
- Ride lengths tend to be short.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NNW
- Offshore directions
- N, NNW
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Offshore winds are noted from the north-northwest for November surf; broader regional winds are trade winds reinforced by local thermal effects.
- Reliability
- moderate
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Reported as light gusts.
- Best Months
- November, December, January, February
- Thermal Window
- Other · Afternoon · Months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec · Dir: E, ESE, ENE · Regional thermal pattern strengthens winds in the mid-to-late afternoon (about 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small to medium surf is referenced; also described as small overall.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Water is described as having chop.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach area with some rocky sections along the shoreline.
Through the year
June to November (hurricane season can bring significant swell but also dangerous weather).
By sport
What to expect for each.
Exposed beach break with relatively dependable surf in the November–February period. Works at all tides and can produce both left- and right-hand waves; waves are small and often short, but can offer punchy sections depending on swell angle.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SW
- Swell Height
- 0.5–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Works at all tides.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Open, exposed shoreline with no strong wind shelter noted.
- Wind Effect
- Offshore winds from North and North-Northwest groom the waves.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out on very large swells, but holds up well to moderate Caribbean swells.
- Wave Quality
- Average — Reported average wave quality.
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Wave power described as moderate.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Wave shape described as mixed.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peel speed described as medium.
- Ride Length
- Short — Ride length is generally short.
- Ride Length Details
- Waves tend to be short but can offer punchy sections depending on the swell angle.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Hawaii in the full forecast view.
Hawaii wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–11 ktsGusts 20 kts
- Direction
- SE141°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2411 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–1.1 m5s period
- Temperature
- 24–31 °C
Over the next 7 days, Hawaii is forecast for daytime winds of 3–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 20 kts. The prevailing direction is SE. Waves run 0.4–1.1 m with a period of about 5s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- rocks
- rip currents
- submerged reef patches
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguards reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — No on-site rescue availability reported for this spot.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency number: 911. Nearest major medical facility noted: Regional Hospital Dr. Antonio Musa in San Pedro de Macorís.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Described as mild localism.
Rules of the spot
Best early in the morning before the sea breeze kicks in; watch for submerged rocks during low tide.
- Best early in the morning before the sea breeze kicks in.
- Watch out for submerged rocks during low tide.
- Rip currents are typical of exposed beach breaks.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Punta Cana
- Nearest Town
- San Pedro de Macorís
- Parking
- Limited informal parking available near the beach access points.
- Access
- Accessible via the coastal roads east of San Pedro de Macorís.
- Local Language
- Spanish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Various hotels and guesthouses are available in the nearby city of San Pedro de Macorís.
- Food & Drink
- Local vendors and small eateries can be found along the main road.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Hawaii?
The best overall months at Hawaii are November, December. The best wind months are November, December, January, February.
Which wind directions work at Hawaii?
Hawaii works with N, NNW winds. Offshore directions are N, NNW.
What skill level is Hawaii suitable for?
Hawaii suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.