Surf spot

Kealia

Forecast conditions and map view for Kealia in USA, Hawaii, Kauai. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: USA, Hawaii, Kauai
Coordinates: 22.0995, -159.3041

Metric
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Wave height (m)	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.2	1.1	1.2	1.2	1.3	1.2	1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1.1	1	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.7	0.7	0.6	0.6	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1.1	1.2	1.2	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.4	1.8	1.8	1.8	1.8	1.7	1.8	1.8	1.8
Wave direction	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	E	E	E	E	NE	NE	NE	NE	E	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E
Wave period (s)	6.7	6.6	6.8	7	6.9	6.8	6.8	6.7	6.8	7.5	7.3	7.3	6.8	6.7	7.2	7.2	7.1	7	7.2	7.1	7.2	7.2	5	5	4.8	4.8	6.5	6.4	6.6	6.9	4.3	4.3	4.5	4.3	4.5	4.5	4.7	4.7	4.7	4.8	4.8	4.8	5	5.2	5.3	5.3	6.8	6.8	6.2	6.4	6.5	6.5	6.7	6.5	6.4	6.3
Wave energy (kJ)	154	152	149	149	119	124	140	140	123	120	127	123	116	113	104	84	89	84	79	71	63	60	27	30	27	23	36	36	36	32	34	38	41	36	39	43	42	48	57	62	69	75	82	84	86	101	171	181	234	260	264	266	256	264	277	273
Wind speed (km/h)	6.2	6	7.1	11.2	12.3	9.7	7.7	6.8	5.5	4.2	6.2	12.4	13.6	11.8	8.9	5.2	4.1	4.4	6.1	11.3	14	12.2	10.8	8.6	5.1	5.6	6.5	10.2	14.7	11.7	7.1	4.5	5.8	6.4	10.3	13.6	15	12.5	9.7	9.3	9.8	7.7	8.6	11.3	14.2	12.3	8	5.8	3.3	3.8	6.4	10.5	12.7	11.5	7.4	6
Wind direction	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	ECross-on	ECross-on	ENECross	NECross-off	ENECross	ECross-on	ENEGlassy	NECross	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	NECross-off	NECross-off	NEGlassy	NEGlassy	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	NECross-off	NECross-off	NECross	ENECross	ENECross	NECross	NECross-off	ENEGlassy	ENECross	NECross-off	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	NECross-off	NECross-off	NECross-off	NECross-off	NNECross-off	NNECross-off	NECross	ENECross	NECross-off	NNECross-off	NNECross-off	NNEGlassy	NNEGlassy	NECross-off	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	NECross-off	NNECross-off

Kealia, Kauai, Hawaii is a scenic North Shore surf spot known for its powerful waves and open-ocean exposure. It’s a beach break that can produce fun, fast peaks when conditions line up, but it’s also a serious wave with strong currents and plenty of energy.

Quick description

Type: Beach break
Location: North Shore, Kauai
Best for: Intermediate to advanced surfers, depending on size and conditions
Wave character: Hollow, punchy, and often powerful
Main appeal: Clean lines on the right swell, less crowded than some more famous Kauai breaks

What to expect

Kealia tends to work best with north to northwest swells, and wind conditions are important for keeping it clean. Because it’s exposed, the surf can become large and heavy quickly, especially in winter. The waves can be fast and sectiony, with occasional good barrels when everything comes together.

Conditions and hazards

Strong rips and currents
Shorebreak and dumping sections on bigger days
Can be challenging for beginners
Rocky areas and shifting sandbars may affect the break

Vibe

The spot has a more local, less touristy feel than many mainland surf destinations, with a raw Kauai atmosphere: beautiful coastline, powerful surf, and a laid-back but serious surf culture.