Point · Eastern Province · All levels
Forecast for Tuesday 1 September
Intermediate : Today's best is behind us. — Best window: 5h–7h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
Pottuvil Point is a point break on Sri Lanka’s east coast. Warm water, tropical rights and a lineup to respect.
Best from April to October, with south-southeast swell and cleaner morning winds.
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
At Pottuvil Point, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Pottuvil Point is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
The ideal wind at Pottuvil Point comes broadly from West: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
Around Pottuvil Point, you can also check conditions at HT's, Lance's Left, Rifles. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.