Polhena
Lanka South · Sri Lanka
Surf spotgood for beginnersboard rental nearby
Tiny soft waves behind the reef, very calm. Best wind — N.
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 | Surf spot |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners |
| Beach faces | south |
| Working swell | from south — southwest |
| Coordinates | 5.9375, 80.524 |
FAQ
Is Polhena good for beginners?
Yes, Polhena works for beginners. 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 Polhena 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/#sri-lanka-south/polhena. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
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