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Yachats Surf Forecast, Oregon

Oregon

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Yachats surf spot

Current Conditions

Fair
Wave Height
2-3+ft
waist to chest high
Swell Period
9.3s
Wind
6mph
NE / Gusts 8mph
Conditions
Fair
Active Swells
Primary
4.2ft @ 9sWNW
Secondary
0.4ft @ 12sSW
Tertiary
0.3ft @ 14sSW

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Sat, Apr 43-4ft
Fair

Afternoon is the play — morning is only fair at 3-4ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 3-4ft and fair - good.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s WNW|5mph NE
Sun, Apr 53-4ft
Fair

Skip the dawn patrol — 2-3ft and fair early on. Things come together by the afternoon with 3-4ft at fair - good.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s WNW|4-7mph ESE
Mon, Apr 63-4ft
Fair

Consistent 2-3ft surf through the day on WNW swell at 11s with light winds out of the SE.

6am9am12pm3pm
11s WNW|3-4mph SE
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Yachats Surf Spot Guide

Break
Reef
Bottom
Rock
Level
Advanced
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
NW
Best Wind
E
Season
Winter

Yachats is a raw and dramatic surf spot on the central Oregon coast, where powerful Pacific swells wrap around rocky headlands and ledges to produce heavy, unpredictable waves. The rugged basalt reef shelves and sea stacks that define this stretch of coastline create fast, hollow waves that demand experience and respect. Its remote character and the cold Oregon waters keep crowds minimal, making it a rewarding discovery for adventurous surfers willing to brave the elements.

RocksSharp reefStrong currentsCold waterKelpRogue wavesIsolated location

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Yachats Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Yachats?
The current wave height at Yachats is 2-3+ft with a 9.3s swell period. Wind is NE at 6mph. Conditions are rated Fair.
How accurate is the Yachats surf forecast?
Our Yachats 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Yachats?
The current breaking wave height at Yachats is 2-3+ft, produced by a 4.2ft WNW primary swell at 9s, a 0.4ft SW secondary swell at 12s, a 0.3ft SW tertiary swell at 14s. 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.
When is the best time to surf Yachats?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Yachats is Wednesday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 4ft waves, a 11.05s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.