Oregon
Best window·Tuesday 10AM–1PM·4ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Lincoln City, 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 Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 4-5ft on NW swell at 9s with glassy conditions. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 11mph from the NNW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Wed, Jul 1: 3–4ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 3-4ft waves on NW swell at 9s and gentle NNE breeze.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2ft waves and poor - fair conditions with gentle NE breeze.
Fri, Jul 3: 2–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor - fair conditions with glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 7mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 13s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on WNW swell at 8s with gentle NNE breeze. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 8mph from the NNW and dropping conditions to poor.
Lincoln City is a mellow beach break nestled along the central Oregon coast, where the broad sandy shoreline receives consistent northwest swells rolling in from the Pacific. The waves here tend to be forgiving and mushy, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders, though fall swells can push the surf into more punchy intermediate territory. Oregon's rugged coastal scenery, cool waters, and uncrowded lineup give Lincoln City a raw, exploratory feel that rewards those willing to suit up in a thick wetsuit.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Lincoln City is 3-4ft with a 9.1s swell period. Wind is N at 7mph and 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 Lincoln City is 3-4ft, produced by a 6.3ft NW primary swell at 9s, a 0.9ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.3ft WSW 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 Lincoln City is Tuesday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 4ft waves, a 9.1s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Lincoln City 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 Lincoln City. 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.
Lincoln City is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Lincoln City is a mellow beach break nestled along the central Oregon coast, where the broad sandy shoreline receives consistent northwest swells rolling in from the Pacific. The waves here tend to be forgiving and mushy, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders, though fall swells can push the surf into more punchy intermediate territory. Oregon's rugged coastal scenery, cool waters, and uncrowded lineup give Lincoln City a raw, exploratory feel that rewards those willing to suit up in a thick wetsuit.
The prime season at Lincoln City 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 Lincoln City include cold water, strong currents, sneaker waves, rip currents, hypothermia risk. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Lincoln City 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.
