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Lower Haggertys Surf Forecast, Los Angeles County, California

Los Angeles County, California

RAT Beach0-1ftHaggertysFlatTorrance Beach/Haggertys0-1ft
Lower Haggertys surf spot

Current Conditions

Very Poor
Wave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
14.4s
Wind
8mph
SSW / Gusts 12mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.6ft @ 11sSSW
Secondary
0.5ft @ 14sSW
Tertiary
0.4ft @ 2sW

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 31Flat
Very Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 10-1ft
Very Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light WSW winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
12s SSW|5-10mph W
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph WNW winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s WSW|11-14mph WNW
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Lower Haggertys Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
W
Best Wind
E
Season
Fall

Lower Haggertys is a sandy beach break located in the South Bay area of Los Angeles County, offering mellow, approachable waves ideal for newer surfers and those seeking a more relaxed session. The beach's ESE-facing aspect captures southern hemisphere swells most effectively during fall months, while the sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions and natural shape-shifting characteristics. This spot sits within a well-established local community, making it a friendly introduction to South Bay surfing with consistent small-to-medium waves.

LocalismCrowds on weekends

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Lower Haggertys Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Lower Haggertys?
The current wave height at Lower Haggertys is 0-1ft with a 14.4s swell period. Wind is SSW at 8mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Lower Haggertys surf forecast?
Our Lower Haggertys 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Lower Haggertys?
The current breaking wave height at Lower Haggertys is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.6ft SSW primary swell at 11s, a 0.5ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.4ft W tertiary swell at 2s. 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.
When is the best time to surf Lower Haggertys?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Lower Haggertys is Thursday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.9s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.