Oregon
Best window·Sunday 6AM–9AM·5ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Newport, 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: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor - fair conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 6mph.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–3ft, 17s period, rated Poor - Fair. Pretty quiet out there — 2-3ft and mostly poor - fair with light winds out of the N. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–3ft, 16s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor - fair conditions with 10mph SW winds.
Sat, Jun 27: 5–6ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Steady 4-5ft waves on offer on WNW swell at 9s — light winds out of the WSW.
Sun, Jun 28: 5–6ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 5-6ft waves on WNW swell at 10s with light S winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 9mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Newport offers accessible beach breaks along the central Oregon coast with consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and gradual slope create forgiving conditions with good shape during autumn Pacific swells, while the exposed NE-facing beach picks up northwest swell energy effectively. The proximity to the town makes it a convenient stop for travelers exploring the scenic Oregon coastline.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Newport is 2-3ft with a 6.95s swell period. Wind is NNW at 12mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Newport is 2-3ft, produced by a 0.9ft WNW primary swell at 8s, a 0.9ft WNW secondary swell at 11s, a 0.9ft SW tertiary swell at 13s, a 3.7ft 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 Newport is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 9.6s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Newport works best with a NW 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 Newport. 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.
Newport is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Newport offers accessible beach breaks along the central Oregon coast with consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and gradual slope create forgiving conditions with good shape during autumn Pacific swells, while the exposed NE-facing beach picks up northwest swell energy effectively. The proximity to the town makes it a convenient stop for travelers exploring the scenic Oregon coastline.
The prime season at Newport 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 Newport include cold water temperatures, strong currents during high swell, occasional shore break. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Newport 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.
