Reef
right
Level 7/10

Whale Point Cut

Eleuthera, Bahamas
🦈Sharks🌀Strong rips

Whale Point Cut is Eleuthera's big-wave option—a long right that only turns on when solid N swells hit the Bahamas. When it works, the wave offers extended rides through a channel cut, making the wait worthwhile. A rare Bahamas gem for those with patience.

Whale Point Cut surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast
Today19
0
Poor
0.6m@8s
12km/h
Sun20
0
Poor
0.5m@8s
9km/h
Mon21
0
Poor
0.5m@8s
14km/h
Tue22
15
Poor
0.5m@8s
9km/h
Wed23
3
Poor
0.5m@8s
4km/h
Thu24
10
Poor
0.5m@8s
6km/h
Fri25
44
Poor
1.9m@13s
10km/h
Sat26
34
Poor
2.0m@13s
13km/h
Sun27
40
Poor
1.7m@12s
5km/h
Mon28
31
Poor
1.4m@11s
20km/h
5+ days out, less certain

Today's Conditions

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Best session: MorningAM 10 km/h · PM 15 km/h · Tide at 7am (0.1m)
Swell
0.6m
NNE(32°)
Score: 1/25
Period
8s
Short period / windswell
Score: 1/25
Wind
12km/h
ENE(62°)
Score: 7/25
Weather
29°C
0.0mm45%
First light 6:24amSunrise 6:54amSunset 7:06pmLast light 7:36pm
Secondary0.3mConfidence
100%

Location & Conditions

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

Strike window: 12:37–4:36pm · through highIdeal tide: 0.6–1.5m
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3m1.5
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tidem
1:30am0.5m
7:48am0.1m
2:30pm0.7m
9:06pm0.2m
2:40am0.5m
8:37am0.1m
3:30pm0.8m
10:00pm0.2m
3:40am0.6m
9:38am0.1m
4:12pm0.7m
4:30am0.6m
10:30am0.1m
5:03pm0.8m
5:15am0.6m
11:16am0.1m
5:43pm0.8m
6:00am0.7m
12:06pm0.0m
6:24pm0.8m
12:36am0.1m
6:43am0.8m
12:54pm0.0m
7:06pm0.8m
1:13am0.1m
7:24am0.9m
1:40pm0.0m
7:48pm0.8m
1:51am0.0m
8:10am0.9m
2:30pm0.0m
8:30pm0.8m
2:30am0.0m
8:57am1.0m
3:15pm0.0m
Ideal tideStrike windowNight

Tide times today

1:30 am
High tide - 0.53m
7:48 am
Low tide - 0.09m
2:30 pm
High tide - 0.73m
9:06 pm
Low tide - 0.19m
Times shown in spot-local time.

Strike Score Breakdown

0
Poor
Components
Swell Direction6/25
Swell Size1/25
Swell Period1/25
Wind7/25
Raw Score15/100
Adjustments
Wind History-1
🌊 Tide-3
📉 Undersized Swell-11
🚫 Undersized Capmax 15
Adjusted Score0/100
Confidence
Multiplier×1.00
Final Score0
🌊 Too low for this tide window

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
N (350°)
Direction range
340° - 30°
Size range
1.8m - 3.7m
Ideal size
2.7m - 3.2m
Height multiplier
1.08×
Ideal period
16s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
S (180°)
Offshore range
150° - 210°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.6m - 1.5m

Water temp

26°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

7/10

Crowd level

1/10

Access: Eleuthera. Needs solid N swell to work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tide is best at Whale Point Cut?

The Whale Point Cut profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.6m and 1.5m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.

What wind direction is offshore at Whale Point Cut?

The Whale Point Cut profile uses wind from S (180°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 150° to 210°. 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 Whale Point Cut?

The Whale Point Cut scoring profile favors swell from N (340° to 30°), a swell-height range of 1.8m to 3.7m, and a reference period of 16s. 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 Whale Point Cut?

The main season at Whale Point Cut is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. Dropping swell. Long right on big N swells only. Worth the wait.

How do I get to Whale Point Cut?

The spot profile lists NAS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 180 minutes. A boat transfer is also required. The profile estimates $50 USD; confirm the current price and departure point with an operator. Eleuthera. Needs solid N swell to work.

What kind of wave is Whale Point Cut?

Whale Point Cut is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.

Best Season

Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar

Dropping swell. Long right on big N swells only. Worth the wait.

Getting There

Airport
NAS
Drive time
180 min
Boat required
$50
Data quality
verified

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