Oregon
Best window·Tuesday 8AM–11AM·4ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Florence, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 4–5ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Steady 4-5ft waves on offer on NW swell at 9s — barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 4–5ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Steady 4-5ft waves on offer on NW swell at 8s — light winds out of the NE. Afternoon breeze fills in to 14mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2ft waves and poor - fair conditions with light winds out of the NE. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Fri, Jul 3: 2–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor - Fair. Pretty quiet out there — 2ft and mostly poor - fair with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–3ft, 13s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 2ft and poor - fair with light N winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
Florence offers approachable beach breaks along the central Oregon coast, with sandy bottoms that create forgiving, mellow waves ideal for learning surfers. The spot faces eastward and picks up consistent Pacific swells during fall and winter months when Northwest storms generate quality groundswell. This exposed coastal area benefits from offshore easterly winds that can groom waves on good days, making it a reliable destination for intermediate progression.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Florence is 4-5ft with a 8.95s swell period. Wind is N at 5mph 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 Florence is 4-5ft, produced by a 5.6ft NW primary swell at 9s, a 0.6ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.3ft SW tertiary swell at 20s. 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 Florence is Tuesday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 4ft waves, a 8.95s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Florence works best with a W 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 Florence. 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.
Florence is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Florence offers approachable beach breaks along the central Oregon coast, with sandy bottoms that create forgiving, mellow waves ideal for learning surfers. The spot faces eastward and picks up consistent Pacific swells during fall and winter months when Northwest storms generate quality groundswell. This exposed coastal area benefits from offshore easterly winds that can groom waves on good days, making it a reliable destination for intermediate progression.
The prime season at Florence 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 Florence include strong currents, cold water temperatures, occasional shore break. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Florence 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.
