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Publics prefers long-period S-SSW groundswells, and light N-ENE trades usually clean the line-up.
Surf GuideHawaii
Publics
Publics (Waikiki) is a long left that peels over a shallow, curving reef into a sandier inside-capable of exceptionally long noserides but unforgiving on low tides. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Publics in Hawaii.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationHawaii, US
Best conditions today
- Waves 2-3 ft
- Period 11 s
- Wind E 17 kt
Tide curve (forecast)
0.9 ftrising
- High1.5 ft
- Low0.3 ft
- High1.9 ft
- Low0.2 ft
Spot Guide
Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
Shallow, curving reef and exposed coral heads create a real injury risk at low tides and concentrate the best peaks on the outside.
Enter carefully and wear reef booties.
Aim for mid-to-high tide to reduce reef exposure and access the fuller outside lefts.
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