Krui
Indonesia · Indo-Pacific
Right now
ThunderstormWind and swell direction
Swell: 1.8m S
Wind: 15 km/h ESE (cross-offshore)
Beach faces: WSW
Cross-offshore wind. Still favourable, expect reasonably clean waves with some texture.
Swell direction is a decent angle for this beach.
Today hour by hour
Updated 08:37Expected crowds
Prediction model v16amDawn patrol territory
7amMidweek quiet
Next 7 days
Forecast via Open-MeteoWhat to pack
- Boardshorts weather. 31°C water.
- Standard shortboard conditions.
- Rain jacket for between sessions.
Today's briefing
1.8m swell at 11s. Onshore wind creating some chop. Water temperature 30°C.
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Forecast accuracy at Krui
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Best time to go
quiet before the morning rush, conditions building through the session
uncrowded conditions
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Swell forecast
7-day forecastDaily score breakdown
This week is looking above average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Krui.
What's driving it
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Last 3 days of logged conditions.
About Krui
Krui, predominantly referencing the highly consistent Ujung Bocur point, is a long left-hand reef break situated in southern Sumatra. The bathymetry is defined by a sweeping, irregular coral and volcanic rock shelf that extends from the jungle-fringed headland. This geological structure optimally intercepts uninterrupted south-westerly Indian Ocean groundswells. When these swells engage the point, they produce an exceptionally long, fast-paced wall that frequently offers multiple hollow barrel sections interspersed with steep carving faces. An easterly offshore wind is required to groom the wave and hold the lip open. Due to the rapid pace of the wave, the presence of sharp live coral mere centimetres below the surface, and the severe consequences of a mistimed drop, this location is strictly suited for advanced surfers. It demands excellent down-the-line speed generation and the technical proficiency to navigate high-speed tube sections. The sheer length of the ride requires substantial cardiovascular endurance.
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How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
What is the luck factor?
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Krui. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
When is the best time to surf Krui?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.