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Redondo Beach Breakwater Surf Forecast

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Los Angeles County, California

Redondo Beach Breakwater surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2+ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
15.6s
Wind
3mph
SSE / Gusts 6mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.8ft @ 16sSW
Secondary
0.5ft @ 3sWSW
Tertiary
0.4ft @ 11sSSW

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Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
S
Best Wind
E
Season
Fall

Redondo Beach Breakwater offers protected, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression, thanks to the sheltering influence of the working harbor breakwater that reduces swell intensity. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving learning environment with consistent peaks peeling along the beach, making it perfect for beginners and families. Winter swells wrap around the breakwater while fall and spring bring the most user-friendly conditions, though the spot stays rideable year-round in Southern California's temperate climate.

Boat trafficStrong currents near breakwaterShallow areas at low tide

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Fair

The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, barely a breath of wind, fair conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.

6am9am12pm3pm
16s SW|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
12s WSW|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
14s SSW|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSW swell at 13s with barely a breath of wind. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s SW|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
12s SSW|Calm

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Redondo Beach Breakwater Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Redondo Beach Breakwater?
The current wave height at Redondo Beach Breakwater is 1-2+ft with a 15.6s swell period. Wind is SSE at 3mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Redondo Beach Breakwater surf forecast?
Our Redondo Beach Breakwater 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.