Selong Belanak · Lombok · Indonesia
Wide, sheltered sandy bay west of Kuta Lombok with soft, slow waves; the island's main learner beach, busy with surf schools.
For intermediate surfers the best months are February to June, September to December: in November about 25 days have rideable waves and 10 rate good or better. Beginners find the friendliest waves in November to May. Experienced surfers looking for size and power: May to June, September, November. Local guides: all year (best April-October).
Water 27 °C in August to 30 °C in April: Boardshorts / rash vest in winter, Boardshorts / rash vest at the warmest.
| Month | Rideable days | Good days | Beginner days | Typical size | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18 | 1 | 17 | 1.2 m | 29 °C |
| Feb | 21 | 3 | 19 | 1.3 m | 29 °C |
| Mar | 20 | 2 | 19 | 1.3 m | 30 °C |
| Apr | 24 | 8 | 20 | 1.3 m | 30 °C |
| May | 22 | 11 | 17 | 1.4 m | 29 °C |
| Jun | 20 | 4 | 10 | 1.5 m | 29 °C |
| Jul | 18 | 2 | 13 | 1.4 m | 27 °C |
| Aug | 17 | 2 | 7 | 1.4 m | 27 °C |
| Sep | 23 | 0 | 10 | 1.5 m | 27 °C |
| Oct | 20 | 2 | 11 | 1.4 m | 29 °C |
| Nov | 25 | 10 | 19 | 1.3 m | 30 °C |
| Dec | 24 | 2 | 17 | 1.3 m | 30 °C |
Days per month, typical of the last three years of wave and wind model data, rated with the same scale as the forecast. Not a forecast: some years are better than others.
For intermediate surfers February to June, September to December; in November about 25 days a month have rideable waves and 10 are good or better. For beginners November to May. Local guides say: all year (best April-October).
The sea ranges from about 27 °C in August to 30 °C in April. Wear a Boardshorts / rash vest in the coldest months and a Boardshorts / rash vest in the warmest.
Yes, on small days: it is a beach break that suits beginners. Watch out for: crowds of learners; rocks at the ends of the bay. Take a lesson or surf near the lifeguards if you are new.
SW, S swell, NE, N, E wind (offshore), at mid tide. Typical size 0.5-1.5 m.
Live swell, wind, tide, a 14-day outlook, satellite pictures and webcams for Selong Belanak are in the Surf Spoting app.