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Surf forecast for Makuti

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Timezone:
Pacific/Guadalcanal
Forecast updated:
01/10, 11:00
Wind: SN UNITY Atmos
(20260930 12z)
Waves: SN UNITY WAVE
(20260930 12z)

Weather

Thursday 01/10

Water temperature
27°C
Daily average
Air temperatureBeta
Over water
26–27°C
On shore
24–26°C
Moon phase
Waning gibbous
78% illuminated
Closest moon phase
Last quarter
Sun 04/10 00:27
Tide range
0.0m - 0.7m
Low 01:59 · High 17:24
Next spring tide
Fri 16/10
0.7m range
Next neap tide
Fri 09/10
0.2m range

Timeline

Today Thu 01/10
05:55 - 13:00
Best
Fun with moderate offshore. Low to mid tide, rising.
Swell 11.2m7.9 s(276 kJ)(S)
20 / 28 km/h(SE)
0.1 → 0.4m
Tomorrow Fri 02/10
05:55 - 09:00
Best
Fun with moderate offshore. Low tide, rising.
Swell 11.5m7.7 s(401 kJ)(S)
24 / 32 km/h(SE)
0.0 → 0.1m
09:00 - 13:00
Fun with moderate offshore. Low to mid tide, rising.
Swell 11.5m7.9 s(396 kJ)(S)
23 / 30 km/h(SSE)
0.1 → 0.3m
15:00 - 18:47
Solid with moderate offshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 11.4m10.0 s(607 kJ)(S)
24 / 31 km/h(SSE)
0.6 → 0.8m
Sat 03/10
05:54 - 15:00
Best
Solid with moderate offshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.5m9.4 s(551 kJ)(S)
23 / 30 km/h(SSE)
0.0 → 0.5m
16:00 - 18:47
Solid with moderate cross-offshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 10.9m13.5 s(450 kJ)(S)
27 / 35 km/h(SSE)
0.6 → 0.8m
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Makuti Surf Forecast Guide

Makuti is a short, shallow left that zips across the reef off Makuti Island. Breaking over live coral, it's a fast, demanding wave that suits expert surfers.

When It Works

The break comes alive on a southwest swell and takes anything from the south through southwest. Green Reef blocks most other directions, so Makuti stays somewhat inconsistent and only turns on with the right S-SW pulse. It's usable from 0.9 m / 3 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft.

Wind and Tide

Look for southeast offshore wind to groom the face. The reef is best on high tide, with a rising tide the better call.

Local Tips

This is an expert-level wave over live coral, so it rewards confident, experienced surfers. Expect a quiet lineup when it's working.

Access

Getting there means a 20-minute boat ride from Gizo.

Surf spots near Makuti

Pailongge
Western, Solomon Islands
Reef break
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Mon 5
Titiana
Western, Solomon Islands
Reef break
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Mon 5
Outside Naru
Western, Solomon Islands
Reef break
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Mon 5
Makuti
Western, Solomon Islands
Reef break
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Mon 5
Despretes
Western, Solomon Islands
Reef break
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Mon 5

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for Makuti?

Makuti is usually best with swell from south to southwest (S-SW), ideally southwest (SW) around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft, southeast (SE) offshore wind, and high tide. High tide is the preferred tide.

Where is the surf spot Makuti?

Makuti is a surf spot in Kunji, Western, Solomon Islands.

What is the surf break like at Makuti?

Makuti is a left reef break over live coral. Expect a quiet crowd.

What surfing skill level is Makuti suitable for?

Makuti can suit expert surfers.

Is Makuti beginner friendly for surfing?

Makuti is better suited to expert surfers.

How consistent is the surf at Makuti?

Surf consistency at Makuti is more variable.

What surf spots are near Makuti?

Other nearby surf spots are Outside Naru, Titiana, Pailongge, and Despretes.

What swell direction works for surfing at Makuti?

Makuti can work with swell from south to southwest (S-SW); southwest (SW) is usually best.

What swell size works for surfing at Makuti?

Makuti usually works with swell around 0.9 m / 3 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at Makuti?

Southeast (SE) offshore wind is usually best at Makuti.

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Makuti?

Southeast (SE) is offshore at Makuti.

What tide works best for surfing at Makuti?

Makuti works best around high tide. High tide is preferred. A rising tide is usually better here.

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