Poipu (Kiahuna)
Kauai South · United States
Mellow reef breakgood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Kauai's main learning zone, works in summer on south swell. Best wind — N/NE.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Mellow reef break |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | south |
| Working swell | from southeast — southwest |
| Coordinates | 21.8735, -159.456 |
FAQ
Is Poipu (Kiahuna) good for beginners?
Yes, Poipu (Kiahuna) works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Poipu (Kiahuna) today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#kauai-south/poipu. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Kauai South
- PK's — Reef, left-hander, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Brennecke's — Shore break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Pakala (Infinities) — Reef point, left-hander, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Polihale — Beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers