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Cimaja

West Java, Indonesia

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Cimaja is a reliable left point break on the south coast of West Java, offering consistent waves and a welcoming local surf community. As the most accessible quality surf spot from Jakarta (about 3-4 hours drive), it serves as a gateway to Indonesian surf culture for many visiting surfers. The wave works on a range of SW swells and produces fun, workable walls suitable for all skill levels. The village atmosphere is genuine and laid-back.

Cimaja surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast

Today4

Fair

1.3mS@12s

20km/h

1.3m@12s

20km/h

Thu5

Good

1.2mS@14s

19km/h

1.2m@14s

19km/h

Fri6

Good

1.4mSSW@13s

16km/h

1.4m@13s

16km/h

Sat7

Fair

1.4mS@11s

15km/h

1.4m@11s

15km/h

Sun8

Good

1.5mSSW@10s

14km/h

1.5m@10s

14km/h

Mon9

Fair

1.1mS@10s

15km/h

1.1m@10s

15km/h

Tue10

Fair

1.1mS@12s

13km/h

1.1m@12s

13km/h

Wed11

Fair

1.3mS@11s

8km/h

1.3m@11s

8km/h

Thu12

Fair

1.3mSSW@11s

11km/h

1.3m@11s

11km/h

Fri13

Fair

1.3mS@9s

8km/h

1.3m@9s

8km/h

Groomed 5+ days out, less certain

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Today's ConditionsToday's Conditions

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Best session: MorningAM 14 km/h · PM 22 km/h Groomed

Swell

1.3m

S(185°)

Score: 18/25

Period

12s

Mid-period swell

Score: 14/25

Wind

20km/h

SE(135°)

Score: 22/25

Weather

30°C

0.1mm54%

First light 4:56amSunrise 5:26amSunset 5:49pmLast light 6:19pm

Windswell

0.5m@3s

Secondary

0.8m

Confidence

100%

Location & Conditions

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Swell1.3m @12s S outside window

Wind20 km/h SE offshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

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swell

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12g23

16g37

23g51

27g60

16g44

15g34

20g44

23g50

19g46

19g39

13g28

9g28

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tidem

1:30am0.8m

8:40am0.2m

3:20pm0.8m

9:42pm0.4m

3:15am0.8m

9:37am0.2m

4:30pm1.0m

4:40am0.8m

10:30am0.3m

5:02pm1.1m

5:38am0.8m

11:07am0.3m

5:43pm1.2m

12:40am0.1m

6:36am0.8m

11:45am0.3m

6:15pm1.3m

1:19am0.0m

7:22am0.9m

12:23pm0.3m

6:48pm1.4m

1:55am0.0m

7:56am0.9m

12:56pm0.4m

7:20pm1.4m

2:24am0.0m

8:24am0.9m

1:30pm0.4m

7:51pm1.4m

2:51am0.0m

8:56am0.8m

1:56pm0.4m

8:20pm1.3m

3:20am0.1m

Night

Tide times today

1:30 am

High · 0.85m

8:40 am

Low · 0.24m

3:20 pm

High · 0.85m

9:42 pm

Low · 0.40m

Times shown in spot-local time.

Strike Score Breakdown

Fair

Components

Swell Direction9/25

Swell Size18/25

Swell Period14/25

Wind22/25

Raw Score63/100

Adjustments

✨ Wind History+6

💨 Gusty Wind-5

Adjusted Score64/100

Confidence

Multiplier×1.00

Final Score64

✨ Groomed

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Location & Conditions

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Swell1.3m @12s S outside window

Wind20 km/h SE offshore

SwellWind: Offshore Cross Onshore

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction: SW (215°)
Direction range: 200° - 230°
Size range: 0.9m - 2.4m
Ideal size: 1.6m - 2m
Height multiplier: 0.97×
Ideal period: 14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction: SE (135°)
Offshore range: 105° - 165°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide: all

Water temp

28°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

6/10

Crowd level

4/10

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of wave is Cimaja?

Cimaja is a point break in West Java, Indonesia, that mostly breaks left.

What swell works best at Cimaja?

Cimaja picks up swell from the SSW round to the SW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.

What wind is offshore at Cimaja?

A SE wind is dead offshore at Cimaja, and anything from the ESE round to the SSE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to midday. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.

What tide is best at Cimaja?

Cimaja isn't especially fussy about tide and generally works through the cycle, so swell and wind matter more here. Big tides can still change how it breaks, so it's worth checking before you paddle out.

When is the best time of year to surf Cimaja?

The most reliable run of swell at Cimaja comes Apr to Oct. There's a second window in Nov to Mar too. Best Apr-Oct (dry season, SE trades offshore). Swells year-round but wet season brings onshore winds.

How cold is the water at Cimaja?

The water at Cimaja averages around 28°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.

Is Cimaja good for beginners?

It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 6/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Things to watch for: a long walk or paddle in.