Los Angeles County, California
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Haggertys, Los Angeles County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 7mph SW winds.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and poor conditions with gentle NNW breeze.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 16s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 7mph.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 15s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with light S winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Thu, May 14: 0–1ft, 16s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with gentle SSE breeze. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
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Haggertys is a sandy beach break located along the Long Island coast in Los Angeles County, offering approachable waves suitable for surfers developing their skills. The south-facing exposure picks up consistent Southern Hemisphere swells during the fall months, while the sandy bottom provides a forgiving learning environment with predictable wave shape. This section of beach draws a steady mix of locals and visitors, making it a reliable spot for progression-minded surfers looking to escape the intensity of more crowded LA County breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Haggertys is 0-1+ft with a 17.6s swell period. Wind is SW at 8mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Haggertys is 0-1+ft, produced by a 1ft WSW primary swell at 9s, a 1ft SSW secondary swell at 18s, a 0.3ft SW tertiary swell at 16s. 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 Haggertys is Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 1ft waves, a 17.55s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Haggertys works best with a NW swell and SE 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 Haggertys. 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.
Haggertys is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Haggertys is a sandy beach break located along the Long Island coast in Los Angeles County, offering approachable waves suitable for surfers developing their skills. The south-facing exposure picks up consistent Southern Hemisphere swells during the fall months, while the sandy bottom provides a forgiving learning environment with predictable wave shape. This section of beach draws a steady mix of locals and visitors, making it a reliable spot for progression-minded surfers looking to escape the intensity of more crowded LA County breaks.
The prime season at Haggertys 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 Haggertys include shorebreak, occasional strong currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Haggertys 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
