Kind of a more technical writeup for my Road Runner Hawaii surf column on wind science and how it affects surf conditions in the Islands. Write a comment at the end, if you like. Enjoy!
When I was young, I never appreciated how much the wind affected surf conditions. We just went to the same surf spot without considering wind direction and strength. However, now that I'm older and (sukoshi) wiser, I know a little better. By learning some basic meteorology and using a few resources, anyone can maximize surf quality by understanding the wind...
Mountains can help shelter the waves from strong winds