Surf forecast E.T.'s: swell, wind and tide

Timeline

Today Wed 16/09

06:15 - 08:00

Solid with moderate sideshore. Low to mid tide, rising.

1.3m15.3 s(1.2k kJ)(SW)

Solid with strong sideshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.

1.1m15.1 s(861 kJ)(SW)

29 / 27 km/h(ESE)

0.6 → 1.0m

12:00 - 17:00

Solid with moderate sideshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.

1.0m14.9 s(712 kJ)(SW)

25 / 23 km/h(SE)

1.0 → 0.2m

17:00 - 18:57

Solid with moderate sideshore. Low tide, rising.

1.0m14.6 s(667 kJ)(SW)

24 / 22 km/h(ESE)

0.2 → 0.3m

Tomorrow Thu 17/09

06:14 - 11:00

Solid with moderate sideshore. Low to high tide, rising.

0.8m13.9 s(400 kJ)(SW)

28 / 27 km/h(ESE)

0.2 → 1.0m

11:00 - 13:00

Fun with strong cross-offshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.

0.8m13.6 s(387 kJ)(SW)

30 / 29 km/h(ESE)

1.0 → 0.9m

13:00 - 16:00

Fun with strong cross-offshore. High to low tide, falling.

0.8m13.5 s(371 kJ)(SW)

Fun with moderate cross-offshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.

0.8m13.5 s(373 kJ)(SW)

Fri 18/09

Fun with moderate cross-offshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.

0.6m13.0 s(205 kJ)(SW)

18 / 18 km/h(E)

0.1 → 0.7m

17:00 - 18:00

Fun with moderate cross-offshore. Low tide, falling.

0.5m13.0 s(128 kJ)(SW)

20 / 19 km/h(ENE)

0.4 → 0.3m

E.T.'s Surf Forecast Guide

Overview

E.T.'s is an expert-level right-hand reef that breaks over live coral. It's a class act when the season lines up, but it's wind sensitive and easily blown out, so catching it at its best takes patience.

When It Works

The wave fires in summer on swell from northwest to north, and it comes into its own on a straight northwest swell. This right-hander is usable from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft. It's somewhat inconsistent, so treat a clean session here as a window to jump on rather than a sure thing.

Wind and Tide

A light northeast wind blows offshore and grooms the face. It surfs across low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide the better call.

Local Tips

The live-coral reef and the wave's power make this one for expert surfers. When it's on, expect a fairly quiet lineup.

Surf spots near E.T.'s

Lighthouse (Tongatapu)

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for E.T.'s?

E.T.'s is usually best with swell from northwest to north (NW-N), ideally northwest (NW) around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft, northeast (NE) offshore wind, and any tide.

Where is the surf spot E.T.'s?

E.T.'s is a surf spot in Ha`atafu, Tongatapu, Tonga.

What is the surf break like at E.T.'s?

E.T.'s is a right reef break over live coral. Expect a fairly quiet crowd.

What surfing skill level is E.T.'s suitable for?

E.T.'s can suit expert surfers.

Is E.T.'s beginner friendly for surfing?

E.T.'s is better suited to expert surfers.

How consistent is the surf at E.T.'s?

Surf consistency at E.T.'s is more variable.

What surf spots are near E.T.'s?

Other nearby surf spots are Fishtraps, The Bowl (Tongatapu), Lighthouse (Tongatapu), and Corners.

What swell direction works for surfing at E.T.'s?

E.T.'s can work with swell from northwest to north (NW-N); northwest (NW) is usually best.

What swell size works for surfing at E.T.'s?

E.T.'s usually works with swell around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 3 m / 10 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at E.T.'s?

Northeast (NE) offshore wind is usually best at E.T.'s.

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at E.T.'s?

Northeast (NE) is offshore at E.T.'s.

What tide works best for surfing at E.T.'s?

E.T.'s can work on all tides. A rising tide is usually better here.

Surf forecast for E.T.'s

Timeline

E.T.'s Surf Forecast Guide

Overview

When It Works

Wind and Tide

Local Tips

Surf spots near E.T.'s

Frequently asked questions

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