Oregon
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Brookings, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 5–6ft, 14s period, rated Fair - Good. Early morning is your best window — 5-6ft waves on WNW swell at 12s with 9mph N winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 17mph from the NNW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Sun, May 17: 6–7ft, 13s period, rated Very Good. Get out early for the best of it — 7-8ft waves on WNW swell at 12s and moderate NNE wind around 7mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 15mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Mon, May 18: 5–6ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 6-7ft on NW swell at 8s with light winds out of the NE. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 12mph from the NNW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Tue, May 19: 6–7ft, 17s period, rated Very Good. First light looks cleanest — 6-7ft on WNW swell at 15s with light winds out of the NE. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Wed, May 20: 6–7ft, 13s period, rated Very Good. Get out early for the best of it — 6-7ft waves on NW swell at 7s and gentle NE breeze. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
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Brookings sits at the southern tip of Oregon's coastline near the Chetco River mouth, where sandbars shaped by river outflow create surprisingly rideable waves in a region better known for its dramatic scenery than its surf scene. The spot picks up northwest swells that wrap along the rugged Oregon coastline, producing punchy, shifty peaks best enjoyed during the powerful winter swell season. Its relative remoteness and Oregon's famously chilly waters keep crowds minimal, rewarding adventurous surfers willing to brave the cold with uncrowded lineups and raw Pacific energy.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Brookings is 5-6ft with a 13.5s swell period. Wind is N at 7mph and conditions are rated Fair - Good. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Brookings is 5-6ft, produced by a 4.7ft WNW primary swell at 13s, a 0.9ft SSW secondary swell at 15s, a 0.7ft SW tertiary swell at 15s. 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 Brookings is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 7ft waves, a 12s swell period, and conditions rated Very Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Brookings 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 Brookings. 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.
Brookings is a rivermouth with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Brookings sits at the southern tip of Oregon's coastline near the Chetco River mouth, where sandbars shaped by river outflow create surprisingly rideable waves in a region better known for its dramatic scenery than its surf scene. The spot picks up northwest swells that wrap along the rugged Oregon coastline, producing punchy, shifty peaks best enjoyed during the powerful winter swell season. Its relative remoteness and Oregon's famously chilly waters keep crowds minimal, rewarding adventurous surfers willing to brave the cold with uncrowded lineups and raw Pacific energy.
The prime season at Brookings 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 Brookings include cold water, strong currents, rip currents near river mouth, shifting sandbars, rocky shoreline, kelp, sneaker waves. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Brookings 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.
