Krui Left surf forecast

Krui · Lampung (Sumatra) · Indonesia

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Shallow, barrelling left on the reef at the edge of Krui town, within walking distance of the local surf camps; it needs some swell to start.

Break
reef break, lefts; faces WNW
Level
intermediate
Best swell
SW, S
Best wind
ENE, E, NE (offshore)
Best tide
mid tide
Season
April-October
Typical size
1-2.5 m
Crowd
medium
Hazards
shallow reef

Best time to surf Krui Left

For intermediate surfers the best months are May to October: in June about 29 days have rideable waves and 26 rate good or better. Beginners find the friendliest waves in April to May, July, October. Experienced surfers looking for size and power: June to September. Local guides: April-October.

Water 29 °C in September to 30 °C in May: Boardshorts / rash vest in winter, Boardshorts / rash vest at the warmest.

MonthRideable daysGood daysBeginner daysTypical sizeWater
Jan17251.2 m29 °C
Feb143101.0 m30 °C
Mar14391.1 m30 °C
Apr2211171.2 m30 °C
May2717201.1 m30 °C
Jun2926131.3 m30 °C
Jul2922181.3 m30 °C
Aug2820111.5 m30 °C
Sep2913111.3 m29 °C
Oct2815151.3 m30 °C
Nov195131.1 m30 °C
Dec14051.1 m29 °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.

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Questions

When is the best time to surf Krui Left?

For intermediate surfers May to October; in June about 29 days a month have rideable waves and 26 are good or better. For beginners April to May, July, October. Local guides say: April-October.

What is the water temperature at Krui Left and which wetsuit do I need?

The sea ranges from about 29 °C in September to 30 °C in May. Wear a Boardshorts / rash vest in the coldest months and a Boardshorts / rash vest in the warmest.

Is Krui Left good for beginners?

It is best for intermediate surfers (shallow reef).

What swell, wind and tide work best at Krui Left?

SW, S swell, ENE, E, NE wind (offshore), at mid tide. Typical size 1-2.5 m.

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