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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Seabrook Beach, Washington. 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. Expect 4-5ft waves early on W swell at 10s.
Mon, May 11: 4–5ft, 11s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 4-5ft on W swell at 11s with light NNE winds. The NNW wind kicks in by afternoon — 11mph and poor - fair by then.
Tue, May 12: 3–4ft, 11s period, rated Fair - Good. Dawn patrol is the move — 4-5ft on W swell at 11s with gentle E breeze. Onshore flow builds through the day to 9mph, bringing conditions down to fair.
Wed, May 13: 4–5ft, 13s period, rated Fair. First light looks cleanest — 4-5ft on W swell at 10s with barely a breath of wind. The WNW wind kicks in by afternoon — 8mph and poor - fair by then.
Thu, May 14: 3–4ft, 11s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor - fair conditions with moderate WNW wind around 9mph.
13s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast
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Seabrook Beach is a mellow, sandy beach break located on Washington's Pacific coast, offering consistent waves that work best during autumn swells. The protected position within the Strait of Juan de Fuca delivers forgiving, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to develop their skills. This relatively uncrowded gem provides a peaceful surf experience with the dramatic coastal scenery of the Olympic Peninsula as your backdrop.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Seabrook Beach is 4-5ft with a 10.2s swell period. Wind is WNW at 8mph 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 Seabrook Beach is 4-5ft, produced by a 4.7ft W primary swell at 10s, a 0.9ft SW secondary swell at 17s, a 0.6ft 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 Seabrook Beach is Monday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 5ft waves, a 10.45s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Seabrook 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 Seabrook 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.
Seabrook Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Seabrook Beach is a mellow, sandy beach break located on Washington's Pacific coast, offering consistent waves that work best during autumn swells. The protected position within the Strait of Juan de Fuca delivers forgiving, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to develop their skills. This relatively uncrowded gem provides a peaceful surf experience with the dramatic coastal scenery of the Olympic Peninsula as your backdrop.
The prime season at Seabrook 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 Seabrook Beach include strong rip currents, cold water temperatures, occasional logs and debris. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Seabrook 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.
