The Surf Window

Honiara Beach

Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands

Beach breakIntermediate

The capital city beach of the Solomon Islands delivers urban surf culture in a raw Pacific setting, working-class surfers riding everything from shortboards to planks on whatever swell rolls into the harbor.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalW (270°)
WindowSSW–NNW (210°–330°)
Size–N 1–2m at 10–14s

Wind

SE

Light under 15 knots

Tide

Mid to high

LowMidHigh

Season

Nov–Apr

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Beach break

Bottom

Volcanic sand and rock

Shape

Peaks with both lefts and rights

Length

40–80m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: All levels
  • •Why: The surf community is welcoming and conditions are manageable

Hazards

  • •Urban beach with water quality issues near the storm drains
  • •Boat traffic from the harbor
  • •Rocks at low tide

Local Tips

  • •The surf club near the Point Cruz Yacht Club is the community hub
  • •Locals will always share the lineup, the hospitality is genuine
  • •Best early morning before the NW trade winds get established

Location

Map showing the location of Honiara Beach in Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands

-9.4319, 160.0544