Ovahimba Point
Kunene Region, Namibia · Surf Forecast
- Wave
- 2.1m
- Period
- 14.2s
- Wind
- 25 km/h Cross
- Tide
- Low
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Scored for Shortboard · Intermediate · times in Africa/Windhoek local
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Days 6–10 for Ovahimba Point, scored for your board.
About Ovahimba Point
Ovahimba Point is a point break over mixed in Kunene Region, Namibia. It's at its best on swells from the SSW / SW / WSW with light offshore winds from the NE / ENE / E, around mid to high tide. Every hour is scored for your board and skill level, so the rating reflects how it suits what you ride — not a one-size-fits-all star.
- Break type
- Point
- Bottom
- Mixed
- Best tide
- mid,high
- Best swell direction
- SSW, SW, WSW, W
- Best wind direction
- NE, ENE, E, ESE
Ovahimba Point surf FAQ
Is Ovahimba Point good for beginners?+
Ovahimba Point is a point break over mixed, and how suitable it is for beginners really depends on the size and power on the day — not a fixed label. Set the level to Beginner above and WaveCheck flags the smaller, cleaner hours worth paddling out for.
What's the best board for Ovahimba Point?+
Different days call for different boards. Ovahimba Point handles a range of boards — a longboard or fish when it's small, a shortboard when there's more push. Tap through the boards above to see the live score for whatever you'll be riding.
What tide is best for surfing Ovahimba Point?+
Ovahimba Point tends to work best around mid to high tide. The tide chart above shows the current stage plus the next high and low, so you can time your session.
What are the best conditions for Ovahimba Point?+
Look for from the SSW / SW / WSW with light offshore winds from the NE / ENE / E. The 5-day forecast above scores every hour, so you can spot the window at a glance.