Oregon
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Yachats, 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. Skip the dawn patrol — 4-5ft and fair early on. Afternoon shapes up better with 4-5ft and poor - fair conditions.
Mon, May 11: 4–5ft, 11s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 5-6ft waves on W swell at 11s with 7mph from the NE. Onshore flow builds through the day to 11mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Tue, May 12: 4–5ft, 11s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 4-5ft on W swell at 11s with light SE winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 9mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Wed, May 13: 4–5ft, 13s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 4-5ft on W swell at 11s with barely a breath of wind. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 8mph from the WSW and dropping conditions to fair.
Thu, May 14: 4–5ft, 12s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 4-5ft and poor - fair with gentle SW breeze.
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Yachats is a raw and dramatic surf spot on the central Oregon coast, where powerful Pacific swells wrap around rocky headlands and ledges to produce heavy, unpredictable waves. The rugged basalt reef shelves and sea stacks that define this stretch of coastline create fast, hollow waves that demand experience and respect. Its remote character and the cold Oregon waters keep crowds minimal, making it a rewarding discovery for adventurous surfers willing to brave the elements.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Yachats is 4-5ft with a 10.35s swell period. Wind is NNW 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 Yachats is 4-5ft, produced by a 4.3ft W primary swell at 10s, a 0.7ft SW secondary swell at 18s, a 0.6ft SW tertiary swell at 15s, a 1ft NW wind swell swell at 4s. 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 Yachats is Tuesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 10.8s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Yachats works best with a NW 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 Yachats. 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.
Yachats is a reef with a rock bottom, suited to advanced surfers. Yachats is a raw and dramatic surf spot on the central Oregon coast, where powerful Pacific swells wrap around rocky headlands and ledges to produce heavy, unpredictable waves. The rugged basalt reef shelves and sea stacks that define this stretch of coastline create fast, hollow waves that demand experience and respect. Its remote character and the cold Oregon waters keep crowds minimal, making it a rewarding discovery for adventurous surfers willing to brave the elements.
The prime season at Yachats is winter, 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 Yachats include rocks, sharp reef, strong currents, cold water, kelp, rogue waves, isolated location. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Yachats 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.
