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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Hobuck Beach, Washington. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 5–6ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 5-6ft waves on WSW swell at 10s and light WSW winds.
Mon, May 11: 5–6ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Afternoon is the play — morning is only fair at 5-6ft. Things come together by the afternoon with 5-6ft at fair - good.
Tue, May 12: 4–5ft, 11s period, rated Good. Dawn patrol is the move — 4-5ft on W swell at 11s with 8mph E winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Wed, May 13: 4–5ft, 12s period, rated Fair. Expect 4-5ft all day on W swell at 10s with light SW winds — nothing amazing but surfable.
Thu, May 14: 3–4ft, 11s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor - fair conditions with 8mph from the SW.
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Hobuck Beach is a stunning and relatively uncrowded surf spot nestled on the northwest tip of Washington's Olympic Peninsula, within the Makah Reservation near Cape Flattery. Facing NNE toward the open Pacific, it picks up powerful northwest and west swells that wrap into the bay, producing consistent beach break waves with punchy peaks across a wide sandy shoreline. Its remote location and rugged old-growth surroundings make it one of Washington's most scenic and adventurous surf destinations, rewarding those willing to make the journey.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Hobuck Beach is 5-6ft with a 10.3s swell period. Wind is WSW at 7mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Hobuck Beach is 5-6ft, produced by a 4.9ft WSW primary swell at 10s, a 0.6ft SW secondary swell at 17s, a 0.4ft SW tertiary swell at 19s. 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 Hobuck Beach is Monday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 6ft waves, a 10.3s swell period, and conditions rated Very Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Hobuck Beach works best with a W swell and E 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 Hobuck Beach. 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.
Hobuck Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Hobuck Beach is a stunning and relatively uncrowded surf spot nestled on the northwest tip of Washington's Olympic Peninsula, within the Makah Reservation near Cape Flattery. Facing NNE toward the open Pacific, it picks up powerful northwest and west swells that wrap into the bay, producing consistent beach break waves with punchy peaks across a wide sandy shoreline. Its remote location and rugged old-growth surroundings make it one of Washington's most scenic and adventurous surf destinations, rewarding those willing to make the journey.
The prime season at Hobuck Beach 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 Hobuck Beach include cold water, strong currents, rip currents, remote location, limited emergency services, large swell sets, strong winds. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Hobuck Beach 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.
