Is August a good time for surfing at Nias – Sorake Beach?
August is one of the best months for surfing at Nias – Sorake Beach. Waves 2 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 29°C.
Plan your trip to Nias – Sorake BeachEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 30°C, no wetsuit
- Air: 29°C by day, 24°C at night
- Weather: 27 sunny days, 23 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in August
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Other surfing spots in Indonesia in August →Where to go surfing in August →Schools and camps near Nias – Sorake Beach
- Hash & family surf camp 0.6 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is August a good time for surfing at Nias – Sorake Beach?
August is one of the best months for surfing at Nias – Sorake Beach. Waves 2 m, water 30°C (no wetsuit), air 29°C.
How warm is the water at Nias – Sorake Beach in August?
About 30°C: no wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Nias – Sorake Beach in August?
About 2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Nias – Sorake Beach in August?
Around 29°C by day and 24°C at night, with about 27 sunny and 23 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Sumatra – Krui (2.2 m waves), Mentawai Islands – Macaronis (1.9 m waves) & Mentawai Islands – Lance's Right (1.2 m waves).
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