Orange County, California
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at 64th Place for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 64th Place, Orange County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 2–3ft, 18s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on SSW swell at 17s with barely a breath of wind. The WSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 6mph and poor by then.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–3ft, 17s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSW swell at 16s with glassy conditions. Onshore flow builds through the day to 13mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on SSW swell at 14s with calm winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 12mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sat, Jun 27: 3–4ft, 17s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with 11mph ESE winds.
Sun, Jun 28: 4–5ft, 17s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 4-5ft and poor - fair conditions with moderate SE wind around 11mph.
64th Place is a mellow beach break in Huntington Beach that offers forgiving waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and NNE-facing orientation pick up southern hemisphere swell best during autumn months, creating consistent, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers. This accessible Orange County beach spot provides a friendly, less-crowded alternative to the famous breaks just nearby.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 64th Place is 2ft with a 16.8s swell period. Wind is WSW at 11mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at 64th Place is 2ft, produced by a 1.4ft SSW primary swell at 17s, a 0.3ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 1.2ft WSW wind swell swell at 3s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf 64th Place is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 4ft waves, a 6.55s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
64th Place works best with a SSW swell and NE winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at 64th Place. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
64th Place is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 64th Place is a mellow beach break in Huntington Beach that offers forgiving waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and NNE-facing orientation pick up southern hemisphere swell best during autumn months, creating consistent, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers. This accessible Orange County beach spot provides a friendly, less-crowded alternative to the famous breaks just nearby.
The prime season at 64th Place is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at 64th Place include occasional shorebreak, crowded summer conditions. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 64th Place forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
