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Level 7/10

Coconuts

Upolu, Samoa
🪸Sharp reef🚶Difficult access

Coconuts is a picture-perfect mechanical right-hander that epitomizes the Samoan surfing experience—hollow barrels breaking over coral reef with palm-fringed shores and crystal-clear water. Accessed by boat from the iconic Coconuts Beach Club, this wave delivers consistent, workable tubes when south swells hit the coast. The setup is idyllic: tropical warmth, uncrowded lineups, and waves that feel almost too perfect to be real. For surfers seeking the quintessential South Pacific barrel experience without the crowds of more famous destinations, Coconuts delivers pure tropical stoke.

Coconuts surf forecast

Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.

10-Day Forecast
Today20
57
Fair
1.7m@11s
6km/h
Mon21
68
Good
1.5m@13s
9km/h
Tue22
60
Fair
1.4m@13s
11km/h
Wed23
66
Good
1.3m@13s
7km/h
Thu24
75
Good
1.9m@13s
10km/h
Fri25
48
Fair
1.5m@13s
13km/h
Sat26
45
Fair
1.5m@15s
18km/h
Sun27
64
Fair
2.2m@14s
17km/h
Mon28
34
Poor
1.4m@12s
16km/h
Tue29
46
Fair
1.4m@11s
13km/h
5+ days out, less certain

Today's Conditions

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Best session: MorningAM 4 km/h · PM 5 km/h · Tide at 9am (0.1m)
Swell
1.7m
SSE(166°)
Score: 21/25
Period
11s
Medium period swell
Score: 8/25
Wind
6km/h
SSE(150°)
Score: 16/25
Weather
26°C
0.9mm86%
First light 5:48amSunrise 6:18amSunset 6:22pmLast light 6:52pm
Secondary0.5mConfidence
100%

Location & Conditions

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Hourly Forecast, Tide & Strike Windows

Strike window: 5:48–7:05am · droppingStrike window: 11:08am–6:52pm · through highIdeal tide: 0.3–1.2m
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1g5
6g17
8g23
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4g12
3g9
9g21
12g28
14g32
6g19
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tidem
2:17am0.8m
9:07am0.1m
2:58pm0.7m
9:10pm0.2m
3:01am0.8m
9:45am0.1m
3:33pm0.7m
9:47pm0.2m
3:41am0.9m
10:18am0.1m
4:09pm0.8m
10:24pm0.1m
4:17am0.9m
10:48am0.0m
4:41pm0.9m
10:57pm0.1m
4:54am0.9m
11:22am0.0m
5:16pm0.9m
11:33pm0.0m
5:31am1.0m
11:52am0.0m
5:52pm1.0m
12:11am0.0m
6:10am1.0m
12:27pm0.0m
6:30pm1.0m
12:50am0.0m
6:52am0.9m
1:05pm0.0m
7:13pm1.0m
1:37am0.0m
7:37am0.9m
1:47pm0.1m
8:00pm1.0m
2:27am0.1m
8:28am0.8m
2:37pm0.1m
8:52pm0.9m
Ideal tideStrike windowNight

Tide times today

2:17 am
High tide - 0.77m
9:07 am
Low tide - 0.15m
2:58 pm
High tide - 0.69m
9:10 pm
Low tide - 0.21m
Times shown in spot-local time.

Strike Score Breakdown

57
Fair
Components
Swell Direction11/25
Swell Size21/25
Swell Period8/25
Wind16/25
Raw Score56/100
Adjustments
🌊 Tide+1
Adjusted Score57/100
Confidence
Multiplier×1.00
Final Score57
🌊 Partly in the tide window

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Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
S (190°)
Direction range
160° - 220°
Size range
1m - 3m
Ideal size
1.9m - 2.5m
Height multiplier
0.97×
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
N (0°)
Offshore range
320° - 40°

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.3m - 1.2m

Water temp

28°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

7/10

Crowd level

3/10

Access: Boat access from Coconuts Resort.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tide is best at Coconuts?

The Coconuts profile favors mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m 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 Coconuts?

The Coconuts profile uses wind from N (0°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 320° to 40°. 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 Coconuts?

The Coconuts scoring profile favors swell from S (160° to 220°), a swell-height range of 1m to 3m, 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 Coconuts?

The main season at Coconuts is May-Oct. Dry season. Mechanical right-hander.

How do I get to Coconuts?

The spot profile lists APW as a nearby airport. A boat transfer is also required. The profile estimates $80 USD; confirm the current price and departure point with an operator. Boat access from Coconuts Resort.

What kind of wave is Coconuts?

Coconuts is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 7/10.

Best Season

Peak: May-Oct

Dry season. Mechanical right-hander.

Getting There

Airport
APW
Drive time
0 min
Boat required
$80
Data quality
verified

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