Planning to Surf in a few days:

Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center (FNOC) provides Pacific Ocean wave height models that predict today's conditions, plus 24, 48 and 72 hour predictions.  These charts predict upcoming West Coast surfing conditions. Reality has the Surf Forecast for Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz's summer doldrums come to an end as South Pacific swell moves north. Wait about two days after Oahu's south beaches (Diamond Head, Ala Moana, and Makaha) go off. Here's the South Pacific 51028 buoy. To help you plan a Surfn' Safari, here's a short list of some of the lodging that's very close to surfing spots.