Northern California
Best window·Monday 3PM–6PM·8ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Secrets, Northern California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 3–4ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor - fair conditions with barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 6–8ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 5-7ft on WNW swell at 7s with calm winds. The NW wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and poor - fair by then.
Fri, Jun 26: 4–5ft, 15s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 5-6ft and poor - fair with 11mph from the NNW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 7–8ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 5-7ft waves on SSW swell at 14s and 9mph from the NW. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 16mph from the WNW and dropping conditions to very poor.
Sun, Jun 28: 8–10ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 7-8ft waves on W swell at 11s with light winds out of the N. The WNW wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and poor - fair by then.
Secrets is a sheltered beach break tucked along the rugged Sonoma County coastline, offering fun, manageable waves for intermediate surfers seeking a quieter getaway. The northeast-facing beach orientation captures northwest swell energy while remaining protected from harsh winds, creating peeling shoulders and forgiving sand bottom conditions. As the name suggests, this spot rewards those who know about it with consistent waves and a mellow, uncrowded vibe.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Secrets is 3-4ft with a 17.6s swell period. Wind is NW at 7mph 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 Secrets is 3-4ft, produced by a 2.2ft WNW primary swell at 6s, a 1.7ft SSW secondary swell at 14s, a 1.4ft SSW tertiary swell at 18s. 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 Secrets is Monday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 8ft waves, a 8.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Secrets works best with a NW swell and SE 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 Secrets. 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.
Secrets is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Secrets is a sheltered beach break tucked along the rugged Sonoma County coastline, offering fun, manageable waves for intermediate surfers seeking a quieter getaway. The northeast-facing beach orientation captures northwest swell energy while remaining protected from harsh winds, creating peeling shoulders and forgiving sand bottom conditions. As the name suggests, this spot rewards those who know about it with consistent waves and a mellow, uncrowded vibe.
The prime season at Secrets 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 Secrets include rip currents, occasional fog, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Secrets 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.
