Orange County, California
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at 7th Street for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 7th Street, Orange County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — Flat waves and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Thu, Jul 2: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light winds out of the S. Expect the wind to bump up to around 11mph by PM.
Fri, Jul 3: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light winds out of the SE. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 0–1ft, 16s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle S breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 11mph by PM.
7th Street is a popular beach break in Huntington Beach that offers consistent, mellow waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions and the NNE-facing orientation captures Southern Hemisphere and local Southern California swells effectively. As one of Orange County's most accessible breaks near the pier, expect a vibrant community atmosphere with plenty of facilities nearby.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 7th Street is 0-1ft with a 13.75s swell period. Wind is WSW at 7mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at 7th Street is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.2ft W primary swell at 5s, a 0.8ft SSW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.5ft S tertiary swell at 10s. 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 7th Street is Friday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 0ft waves, a 16.5s swell period, and conditions rated Very Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
7th Street 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 7th Street. 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.
7th Street is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 7th Street is a popular beach break in Huntington Beach that offers consistent, mellow waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions and the NNE-facing orientation captures Southern Hemisphere and local Southern California swells effectively. As one of Orange County's most accessible breaks near the pier, expect a vibrant community atmosphere with plenty of facilities nearby.
The prime season at 7th Street 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 7th Street include heavy crowds, localism, strong rip currents during high swell. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 7th Street 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.
