Oregon
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.
Sat, May 16: 7–8ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Morning kicks off with 7-8ft on WNW swell at 13s.
Sun, May 17: 7–8ft, 12s period, rated Fair - Good. First light looks cleanest — 8-9ft on WNW swell at 12s with light ENE winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 16mph, bringing conditions down to fair - good.
Mon, May 18: 6–7ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 6-7ft waves on WNW swell at 13s and calm winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 14mph from the NNW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Tue, May 19: 7–8ft, 16s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 7-8ft waves on WNW swell at 14s and barely a breath of wind. Onshore flow builds through the day to 13mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Wed, May 20: 6–7ft, 13s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 7-8ft on WNW swell at 12s with glassy conditions. Onshore flow builds through the day to 12mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
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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 6-8ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is NW at 18mph 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 Newport is 6-8ft, produced by a 3.4ft WNW primary swell at 13s, a 0.9ft SW secondary swell at 15s, a 0.5ft SW tertiary swell at 13s, a 6.9ft WNW wind swell swell at 8s. 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 Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 8ft waves, a 11.65s swell period, and conditions rated Very 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
