Orange County, California
Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on W swell at 6s and light SSE winds.
Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on W swell at 6s and light SSE winds.
Best window·Sunday 12PM–3PM·4-5ft·Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 64th Place, Orange County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, gentle SSE breeze, poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
Fri, Sep 4: 2–3ft, 17s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on W swell at 5s and gentle ESE breeze. The SW wind kicks in by afternoon — 13mph and very poor by then.
Sat, Sep 5: 2–3ft, 15s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on S swell at 13s and glassy conditions. The SW wind kicks in by afternoon — 12mph and very poor by then.
Sun, Sep 6: 4–5ft, 14s period, rated Good. Should be a good one — 4-5ft on S swell at 14s with gentle WNW breeze.
Mon, Sep 7: 3–4ft, 13s period, rated Fair - Good. Aim for the middle of the day — 3-4ft on SSW swell at 13s with light W winds. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down. Afternoon wind picks back up so try to get wet before 2pm.
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64th Place is a mellow beach break in Huntington Beach that offers forgiving waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and NNE-facing orientation pick up southern hemisphere swell best during autumn months, creating consistent, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers. This accessible Orange County beach spot provides a friendly, less-crowded alternative to the famous breaks just nearby.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 64th Place is 2-3ft with a 5.3s swell period. Wind is S at 5mph. 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 64th Place is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.2ft W wind swell swell at 5s, a 1.3ft SSW secondary swell at 10s, a 1.1ft SSW tertiary swell at 16s. 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 64th Place is Sunday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 4ft waves, a 13.7s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
64th Place works best with a SSW swell and NE 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 64th Place. 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.
64th Place is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 64th Place is a mellow beach break in Huntington Beach that offers forgiving waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and NNE-facing orientation pick up southern hemisphere swell best during autumn months, creating consistent, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers. This accessible Orange County beach spot provides a friendly, less-crowded alternative to the famous breaks just nearby.
The prime season at 64th Place 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 64th Place include occasional shorebreak, crowded summer conditions. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 64th Place 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
