Orange County, California
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Laguna Beach (Thalia 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.
Sat, May 16: 0–1ft, 15s 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 9mph.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 12mph from the SE.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 16s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 8mph SE winds.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 16s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Wed, May 20: 0–1ft, 14s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.
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Thalia Street in Laguna Beach is a popular sandy beach break that works best during Southern California's fall and winter swells, offering accessible waves for beginners and intermediate surfers. The protected cove receives consistent swell from the south and southwest, with the sandy bottom providing forgiving conditions for learning. This scenic, well-maintained beach near downtown Laguna attracts crowds year-round due to its accessibility and reliable peaks along the shoreline.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Laguna Beach (Thalia Street) is 0-1ft with a 15.35s swell period. Wind is SW at 1mph 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 Laguna Beach (Thalia Street) is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.5ft SSW primary swell at 13s, a 1ft W secondary swell at 10s, a 1ft S 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 Laguna Beach (Thalia Street) is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 13.95s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Laguna Beach (Thalia Street) works best with a S 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 Laguna Beach (Thalia 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.
Laguna Beach (Thalia Street) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Thalia Street in Laguna Beach is a popular sandy beach break that works best during Southern California's fall and winter swells, offering accessible waves for beginners and intermediate surfers. The protected cove receives consistent swell from the south and southwest, with the sandy bottom providing forgiving conditions for learning. This scenic, well-maintained beach near downtown Laguna attracts crowds year-round due to its accessibility and reliable peaks along the shoreline.
The prime season at Laguna Beach (Thalia 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 Laguna Beach (Thalia Street) include heavy crowds, localism, swimmers and beachgoers. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Laguna Beach (Thalia 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
