Oregon
Best window·Sunday 6AM–9AM·4ft·Fair
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.
Wed, Jun 24: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2ft waves on NW swell at 7s with calm winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 6mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on NW swell at 7s with light winds out of the N. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 17s period, rated Poor. Skip the dawn patrol — 1-2ft and poor early on. Later in the day looks more promising — 2ft and poor - fair.
Sat, Jun 27: 4–5ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 4-5ft waves on W swell at 9s and calm winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 8mph from the WSW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Sun, Jun 28: 4–5ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Expect 4-5ft all day on WNW swell at 9s with light winds out of the SSE — nothing amazing but surfable.
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 2ft with a 7s swell period. Wind is N at 11mph 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 Rockaway Beach is 2ft, produced by a 0.9ft WNW primary swell at 11s, a 0.7ft SW secondary swell at 12s, a 0.7ft W tertiary swell at 8s, a 3.2ft 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 Rockaway Beach is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 4ft waves, a 9.45s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
