Kuta Beach
Beach break · Bali · Kuta · Beginner → Advanced
Kuta surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Today's best is behind us. — Best window: 5h30–8h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner 88
- Intermediate 79
- Advanced —
- Waves 1.3 m · 10 s period
- Wind SE 10 km/h (gusts 44 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 06:00 · ▲ 12:00 · ▽ 18:00
About this spot
Bali's learner beach: soft, safe sand-bottom waves — the ideal first session in the tropics. Surf schools everywhere. Gets more technical above 2 m and 16 s. Halfway Kuta to the south has cleaner peaks when the main beach is too busy.
Spot photos
Kuta in detail
Swell season for your level
- Beginner: November → April
- Intermediate: all year round
- Advanced: April → October
Based on 5 years of offshore swell. The wind, often decisive on summer afternoons, is not in it: check the forecast
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Kuta
What tide is best for surfing Kuta?
At Kuta, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Is Kuta suitable for beginners?
Kuta is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Kuta?
The ideal wind at Kuta comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Kuta?
Around Kuta, you can also check conditions at Canggu, Echo Beach, Balangan. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.