Point Plomer
Forgiving right point over reef and sand with long walls; SE swell. Boulders appear at low tide. It works best on a SE swell with SW winds. Watch for: boulders at low, rough dirt access.
Point Plomer surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SE (140°)
- Direction range
- 60° - 190°
- Size range
- 1m - 4.5m
- Ideal size
- 2.6m - 3.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 175° - 275°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
21°C
Wetsuit
Springsuit / 2mm
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
4/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Point Plomer?
The Point Plomer profile does not specify a preferred tide stage. That does not mean tide has no effect: check local conditions alongside swell and wind.
What wind direction is offshore at Point Plomer?
The Point Plomer profile uses wind from SW (225°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 175° to 275°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Point Plomer?
The Point Plomer scoring profile favors swell from SE (60° to 190°), a swell-height range of 1m to 4.5m, and a reference period of 13s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Point Plomer?
The main season at Point Plomer is Mar-Sep.
How do I get to Point Plomer?
The spot profile lists PQQ as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 55 minutes.
What kind of wave is Point Plomer?
Point Plomer is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Sep
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