Oregon
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Rockaway Beach, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 4–5ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Steady 4-5ft waves on offer on W swell at 10s — gentle NNW breeze.
Mon, May 11: 4–5ft, 11s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 5-6ft on W swell at 11s with 8mph from the NNE. Onshore flow builds through the day to 15mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Tue, May 12: 4–5ft, 11s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 4-5ft waves on W swell at 11s and calm winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 10mph from the W and dropping conditions to fair.
Wed, May 13: 4–5ft, 13s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 4-5ft waves on W swell at 11s with calm winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 6mph, bringing conditions down to fair.
Thu, May 14: 3–4ft, 12s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on W swell at 10s with calm winds. The W wind kicks in by afternoon — 8mph and poor - fair by then.
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Rockaway Beach offers accessible, rolling sand-bottom waves perfect for surfers looking to progress their skills in a scenic Oregon setting. The beach break produces fun, forgiving peaks across a wide sandy stretch, with the wave energy focused along the eastern-facing shoreline that captures consistent Pacific swell. This laid-back spot combines mellow waves with stunning coastal views and plenty of beach space, making it ideal for a relaxed session without heavy crowds.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Rockaway Beach is 4-5ft with a 10.35s swell period. Wind is NW at 6mph 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 Rockaway Beach is 4-5ft, produced by a 4.4ft W primary swell at 10s, a 0.6ft SW secondary swell at 17s, a 0.3ft 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 Rockaway Beach is Tuesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 10.75s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Rockaway 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 Rockaway 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.
Rockaway Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Rockaway Beach offers accessible, rolling sand-bottom waves perfect for surfers looking to progress their skills in a scenic Oregon setting. The beach break produces fun, forgiving peaks across a wide sandy stretch, with the wave energy focused along the eastern-facing shoreline that captures consistent Pacific swell. This laid-back spot combines mellow waves with stunning coastal views and plenty of beach space, making it ideal for a relaxed session without heavy crowds.
The prime season at Rockaway 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 Rockaway Beach include rip currents, occasional rocks at beach edges. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Rockaway 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.
