Oregon
Best window·Sunday 6AM–9AM·4ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Lincoln City, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on NW swell at 7s with barely a breath of wind. The N wind kicks in by afternoon — 6mph and poor by then.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 17s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with gentle N breeze. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 16s period, rated Poor. Morning kicks off with 1-2ft on W swell at 5s.
Sat, Jun 27: 4–5ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on W swell at 9s and light winds out of the WSW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 8mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Sun, Jun 28: 4–5ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 4-5ft waves on WNW swell at 10s and light SSE winds.
Lincoln City is a mellow beach break nestled along the central Oregon coast, where the broad sandy shoreline receives consistent northwest swells rolling in from the Pacific. The waves here tend to be forgiving and mushy, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders, though fall swells can push the surf into more punchy intermediate territory. Oregon's rugged coastal scenery, cool waters, and uncrowded lineup give Lincoln City a raw, exploratory feel that rewards those willing to suit up in a thick wetsuit.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Lincoln City is 1-2ft with a 7s swell period. Wind is N at 12mph 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 Lincoln City is 1-2ft, produced by a 1ft SW primary swell at 12s, a 0.9ft WNW secondary swell at 11s, a 0.9ft W tertiary swell at 8s, a 3.4ft NW wind swell swell at 7s. 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 Lincoln City is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 4ft waves, a 9.6s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Lincoln City works best with a NW 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 Lincoln City. 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.
Lincoln City is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Lincoln City is a mellow beach break nestled along the central Oregon coast, where the broad sandy shoreline receives consistent northwest swells rolling in from the Pacific. The waves here tend to be forgiving and mushy, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders, though fall swells can push the surf into more punchy intermediate territory. Oregon's rugged coastal scenery, cool waters, and uncrowded lineup give Lincoln City a raw, exploratory feel that rewards those willing to suit up in a thick wetsuit.
The prime season at Lincoln City 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 Lincoln City include cold water, strong currents, sneaker waves, rip currents, hypothermia risk. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Lincoln City 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.
