Sunabe Seawall
Sunabe Seawall is the most hallowed ground for surfing in Okinawa, a series of reef breaks along a seawall near American Village. The area features multiple distinct peaks—Bowls, California, Hawaiians, Hotels—each breaking over rock reef with dedicated paddle channels. The consistent windswell from October through March combines with occasional typhoon groundswells to produce fun waves in tropical water. Shallow reef means you surf around high tide and wear booties, but the warm water and welcoming community make this a Waikiki-like experience.
Sunabe Seawall surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- W (280°)
- Direction range
- 240° - 320°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 1.03×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 50° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- high
- Optimal range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Danger below
- 0.5m
Water temp
26°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Near American Village. Easy access from Naha.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Sunabe Seawall?
The Sunabe Seawall profile favors high tide, ideally between 0.8m and 2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session. The profile flags a low-tide hazard below 0.5m.
What wind direction is offshore at Sunabe Seawall?
The Sunabe Seawall profile uses wind from E (90°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 50° to 130°. 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 Sunabe Seawall?
The Sunabe Seawall scoring profile favors swell from W (240° to 320°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 12s. 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 Sunabe Seawall?
The main season at Sunabe Seawall is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Jul-Sep. Oct-Mar for NW swells. Summer typhoons possible.
How do I get to Sunabe Seawall?
The spot profile lists OKA as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 30 minutes. Near American Village. Easy access from Naha.
What kind of wave is Sunabe Seawall?
Sunabe Seawall is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Jul-Sep
Oct-Mar for NW swells. Summer typhoons possible.