Surfing in Keramas, Bali

Historical Conditions Overview

68
Avg Epic Score

78.9°F

Avg Temperature

8.4 mph

Avg Wind Speed

4.6 ft

Avg Wave Height

Jun

Best Month

47

Jan

48

Feb

65

Mar

72

Apr

91

May

92

Jun

75

Jul

75

Aug

75

Sep

74

Oct

53

Nov

48

Dec

🟢 Best: May, June 🟡 Shoulder: April, July 🔴 Avoid: January, February, November, December

About This Destination

Surfing in Keramas

Keramas is a beach break located on Bali's east coast, approximately 45 minutes from Denpasar, known for consistent reef and beach waves that work throughout the year. The break produces predominantly right-hand waves that peel along a combination of sand and volcanic reef, creating defined corridors for experienced surfers. The area experiences a dry season from May through September when trade winds create the most organized swell patterns and cleanest wave faces, with June through July historically delivering the most reliable conditions based on 10 years of recorded data.

Pro Tips

Insider Knowledge for Keramas

1

Time your sessions for early morning (dawn to 9am) before afternoon wind picks up; average wind speeds of 8.8 mph during peak months can still chop up faces by mid-morning
2

Wear reef booties or a helmet—the volcanic reef requires protection and creates sharp hazards during wipeouts, particularly in the takeoff zone
3

Check tide timing carefully; Keramas works best on mid-to-high tides where the wave shape improves and channel navigation becomes safer
4

Position yourself north of the main break for less crowded, slightly more protected conditions when swell is large or wind is strong
5

Bring a 5mm or 4mm wetsuit even during peak months; water temperature averages 79°F but morning sessions and deeper channels run several degrees cooler

Experience Level Guide

Who Should Visit?

⚠️ Keramas is a shallow reef break with sharp volcanic rock and strong currents; it is recommended for advanced and expert surfers only, and inexperienced swimmers should not enter the water

🌱

Beginner

NOT RECOMMENDED

Beginners are not suited for this location; Keramas consistently breaks on shallow reef and requires strong paddle fitness and wave reading skills

⭐

Intermediate

NOT RECOMMENDED

Intermediate surfers will find the wave challenging; while the right-hand shape is learnable, the shallow reef takeoff, strong currents, and consistent power demand solid fundamentals and local knowledge

🔥

Advanced

Advanced surfers can exploit the wave's defined shape and long ride potential; June-July conditions provide clean, head-high to overhead waves with manageable crowds and predictable reef behavior

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Expert

Expert surfers navigate Keramas during larger swells and challenging wind conditions; they exploit inside sections, aerial opportunities, and utilize knowledge of multiple peak positions across the reef structure

Month-by-Month Breakdown

Best Time to Visit

Month	Epic Score	Avg Temp	Avg Wind	Wave Ht	Rating
January	47	79.3°F	7.2 mph	4.0 ft	⚠️
February	48	79.6°F	8.7 mph	4.9 ft	⚠️
March	65	79.5°F	6.8 mph	4.1 ft	✅
April	72	79.7°F	6.7 mph	3.6 ft	✅
May	91	80.0°F	7.9 mph	4.5 ft	🔥
June ★ Best	92	79.1°F	8.8 mph	4.7 ft	🔥
July	75	77.8°F	9.9 mph	5.3 ft	⚡
August	75	76.5°F	10.1 mph	5.6 ft	⚡
September	75	77.5°F	10.6 mph	4.8 ft	⚡
October	74	78.6°F	9.4 mph	5.1 ft	✅
November	53	79.8°F	7.9 mph	3.9 ft	⚠️
December	48	79.8°F	7.3 mph	3.9 ft	⚠️

Based on 10-year historical averages. Scores calculated for intermediate level.

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