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Surf forecast for Pirates

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Timezone:
Asia/Jakarta
Forecast updated:
17/09, 07:00
Wind: SN UNITY Atmos
(20260916 12z)
Waves: SN UNITY WAVE
(20260916 12z)
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Timeline

Today Thu 17/09
05:53 - 09:00
Solid with moderate sideshore. Low to high tide, rising.
Swell 11.3m13.9 s(1.0k kJ)(SSW)
21 / 26 km/h(SSE)
0.2 → 0.5m
09:00 - 11:00
Best
Solid with light cross-offshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 11.4m13.9 s(1.0k kJ)(SSW)
18 / 22 km/h(SSE)
0.5 → 0.4m
11:00 - 13:00
Solid with light cross-offshore. High to low tide, falling.
Swell 11.4m13.9 s(1.1k kJ)(SSW)
13 / 18 km/h(SE)
0.4 → 0.2m
13:00 - 15:00
Solid with light sideshore. Low tide, falling.
Swell 11.4m13.8 s(1.1k kJ)(SSW)
9 / 13 km/h(S)
0.2 → 0.1m
15:00 - 18:41
Solid with light sideshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.3m13.8 s(1.0k kJ)(SSW)
15 / 18 km/h(S)
0.1 → 0.3m
Tomorrow Fri 18/09
05:53 - 11:00
Best
Solid with light sideshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 11.1m13.0 s(650 kJ)(SSW)
10 / 15 km/h(SSE)
0.2 → 0.4m
11:00 - 16:00
Solid with light sideshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.1m12.8 s(558 kJ)(SSW)
14 / 18 km/h(S)
0.4 → 0.1m
16:00 - 18:40
Solid with light sideshore. Low tide, rising.
Swell 11.0m13.1 s(510 kJ)(SSW)
17 / 21 km/h(S)
0.1 → 0.2m
Sat 19/09
06:00 - 08:00
Solid with light sideshore. Low to mid tide, rising.
Swell 11.1m13.2 s(574 kJ)(SSW)
13 / 18 km/h(SSE)
0.2 → 0.3m
08:00 - 12:00
Best
Solid with light cross-offshore. Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 11.2m14.6 s(842 kJ)(SSW)
16 / 22 km/h(SE)
0.3 → 0.3m
12:00 - 14:00
Solid with light sideshore. High to low tide, falling.
Swell 11.3m14.8 s(1.1k kJ)(SSW)
16 / 21 km/h(SSE)
0.3 → 0.2m
14:00 - 16:00
Solid with light cross-offshore. Low tide, falling.
Swell 11.4m15.6 s(1.4k kJ)(SSW)
15 / 20 km/h(SSE)
0.2 → 0.2m
16:00 - 18:40
Solid with light sideshore. Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.4m15.5 s(1.4k kJ)(SSW)
16 / 22 km/h(SSE)
0.2 → 0.2m

Pirates Surf Forecast Guide

Overview

Pirates is a more accessible right-hand reef break that peels over live coral, making it a solid pick for surfers who want a manageable wave rather than something heavy.

When It Works

It picks up swell from south through west, with southwest (SW) the best direction. The wave is usable from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft, and being only moderately consistent, it rewards a bit of patience while you wait for the right swell to line up.

Wind and Tide

Look for east (E) offshore wind. The reef works through most of the tide, though a rising tide is generally the better call.

Local Tips

Pirates sits comfortably in intermediate territory. As the Wave Park Losmen home break it draws a moderately busy lineup, so expect some company when it's on.

Surf spots near Pirates

Nipussi
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Reef break
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Mon 21
Beng Bengs
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Reef break
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Mon 21
Hideaways - Mentawai
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Reef break
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Mon 21
Pirates
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Reef break
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Mon 21
Chubbies
West Sumatra, Indonesia
Reef break
Thu 17
Fri 18
Sat 19
Sun 20
Mon 21

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for Pirates?

Pirates is usually best with swell from south to west (S-W), ideally southwest (SW) around 0.6 m / 2 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft, east (E) offshore wind, and any tide.

Where is the surf spot Pirates?

Pirates is a surf spot in Simalaiming, West Sumatra, Indonesia.

What is the surf break like at Pirates?

Pirates is a right reef break over live coral. Expect a moderate crowd.

What surfing skill level is Pirates suitable for?

Pirates can suit intermediate surfers.

Is Pirates beginner friendly for surfing?

Pirates is better suited to intermediate surfers.

How consistent is the surf at Pirates?

Pirates has moderate surf consistency for West Sumatra, Indonesia.

What surf spots are near Pirates?

Other nearby surf spots are Hideaways - Mentawai, Beng Bengs, Chubbies, and Nipussi.

What swell direction works for surfing at Pirates?

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

What swell size works for surfing at Pirates?

Pirates usually works with swell around 0.6 m / 2 ft to 2.4 m / 8 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at Pirates?

East (E) offshore wind is usually best at Pirates.

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Pirates?

East (E) is offshore at Pirates.

What tide works best for surfing at Pirates?

Pirates can work on all tides. A rising tide is usually better here.

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