Oregon
A slow one — 5-7ft waves and very poor conditions with strong S wind at 23mph.
A slow one — 5-7ft waves and very poor conditions with strong S wind at 23mph.
Best window·Friday 6AM–9AM·4-5ft·Fair - Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Newport, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 5–7ft, 11s period, rated Very Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 6-7ft waves on WNW swell at 10s and 23mph out of the S. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Fri, Sep 4: 4–5ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 4-5ft on WNW swell at 10s with 9mph E winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Sat, Sep 5: 2–3+ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3+ft waves on WNW swell at 9s with light E winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 13mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sun, Sep 6: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on WNW swell at 9s and light ESE winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 9mph from the NNW and dropping conditions to poor.
Mon, Sep 7: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on NW swell at 8s with light winds out of the ESE. The NW wind kicks in by afternoon — 9mph and poor by then.
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Newport offers accessible beach breaks along the central Oregon coast with consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and gradual slope create forgiving conditions with good shape during autumn Pacific swells, while the exposed NE-facing beach picks up northwest swell energy effectively. The proximity to the town makes it a convenient stop for travelers exploring the scenic Oregon coastline.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Newport is 5-7ft with a 10.8s swell period. Wind is S at 23mph. 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 Newport is 5-7ft, produced by a 9.5ft WNW primary swell at 11s, a 1.1ft SW secondary swell at 13s, a 1ft WSW tertiary swell at 17s. 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 Newport is Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 9.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Newport works best with a NW 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 Newport. 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.
Newport is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Newport offers accessible beach breaks along the central Oregon coast with consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom and gradual slope create forgiving conditions with good shape during autumn Pacific swells, while the exposed NE-facing beach picks up northwest swell energy effectively. The proximity to the town makes it a convenient stop for travelers exploring the scenic Oregon coastline.
The prime season at Newport 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 Newport include cold water temperatures, strong currents during high swell, occasional shore break. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Newport 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
