Reef
both
Level 6/10

The Peak (Simeulue)

Simeulue Island, Indonesia
🪸Sharp reef🏝️Remote

The Peak on Simeulue Island is a picturesque A-frame reef setup that works on a range of swell directions, providing both lefts and rights depending on conditions. The break offers a more accessible wave compared to the heavier barrels of Dylan's Right and Tea Bags, making it a good option for intermediate-to-advanced surfers exploring this remote island. Clear tropical water and a beautiful reef setting complete the experience.

The Peak (Simeulue) surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast
Sun20
76
Good
1.2m@14s
5km/h
Mon21
68
Good
1.1m@13s
3km/h
Tue22
45
Fair
0.8m@12s
3km/h
Wed23
33
Poor
0.7m@11s
4km/h
Thu24
44
Poor
0.7m@13s
4km/h
Fri25
13
Poor
0.7m@9s
4km/h
Sat26
23
Poor
0.7m@10s
3km/h
Sun27
72
Good
1.1m@15s
4km/h
Mon28
72
Good
0.9m@14s
4km/h
Tue29
53
Fair
0.8m@13s
3km/h
5+ days out, less certain

Today's Conditions

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Best session: AfternoonAM 6 km/h · PM 3 km/h · Tide at 3pm (0.2m)
Swell
1.2m
SSW(204°)
Score: 20/25
Period
14s
Long period groundswell
Score: 25/25
Wind
5km/h
SE(128°)
Score: 24/25
Weather
29°C
0.1mm90%
First light 5:55amSunrise 6:25amSunset 6:32pmLast light 7:02pm
Secondary0.3mConfidence
100%

Location & Conditions

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

No ideal tide during daylight todayIdeal tide: 0.5–1.5m
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3g15
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tidem
9:30am0.2m
3:00pm0.2m
7:30pm0.2m
2:30am0.4m
9:50am0.2m
3:30pm0.3m
8:45pm0.2m
3:15am0.5m
10:10am0.2m
4:00pm0.4m
9:40pm0.2m
3:54am0.6m
10:21am0.1m
4:30pm0.5m
10:04pm0.2m
4:30am0.6m
10:42am0.1m
4:50pm0.5m
4:50am0.6m
11:10am0.1m
5:20pm0.6m
5:30am0.6m
11:30am0.1m
5:45pm0.7m
5:55am0.6m
11:56am0.0m
6:12pm0.7m
6:21am0.6m
12:23pm0.0m
6:43pm0.7m
1:03am0.0m
Ideal tideStrike windowNight

Tide times today

9:30 am
Low tide - 0.17m
3:00 pm
High tide - 0.22m
4:00 pm
Low tide - 0.21m
7:30 pm
High tide - 0.24m
Times shown in spot-local time.

Strike Score Breakdown

76
Good
Components
Swell Direction9/25
Swell Size20/25
Swell Period25/25
Wind24/25
Raw Score78/100
Adjustments
🌊 Tide-2
Adjusted Score76/100
Confidence
Multiplier×1.00
Final Score76
🌊 Too low for this tide window

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
SW (235°)
Direction range
210° - 260°
Size range
0.9m - 1.8m
Ideal size
1.3m - 1.6m
Height multiplier
0.97×
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
E (90°)
Offshore range
45° - 135°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.5m - 1.5m

Water temp

28°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

6/10

Crowd level

4/10

Access: Fly to Sinabang via Medan

Frequently Asked Questions

What tide is best at The Peak (Simeulue)?

The The Peak (Simeulue) profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.5m 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 The Peak (Simeulue)?

The The Peak (Simeulue) profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 45° to 135°. 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 The Peak (Simeulue)?

The The Peak (Simeulue) scoring profile favors swell from SW (210° to 260°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 1.8m, and a reference period of 14s. 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 The Peak (Simeulue)?

The main season at The Peak (Simeulue) is Apr-Oct. SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore

How do I get to The Peak (Simeulue)?

The spot profile lists SQN as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 30 minutes. Fly to Sinabang via Medan

What kind of wave is The Peak (Simeulue)?

The Peak (Simeulue) is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 6/10.

Best Season

Peak: Apr-Oct

SW swell season (Apr-Oct), SE trade winds offshore

Getting There

Airport
SQN
Drive time
30 min
Data quality
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