Orange County, California
Best window·Tuesday 10AM–1PM·3ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Newport Point, Orange County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 2–3ft, 14s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSW swell at 14s with barely a breath of wind. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 12mph from the W and dropping conditions to poor.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–3ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on W swell at 5s and glassy conditions. The W wind kicks in by afternoon — 9mph and poor by then.
Thu, Jul 2: 3–4ft, 19s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2ft waves on W swell at 4s and barely a breath of wind. Onshore flow builds through the day to 9mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Fri, Jul 3: 2–3ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on W swell at 5s with light SSE winds. The SW wind kicks in by afternoon — 10mph and poor by then.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–3ft, 16s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSW swell at 15s with calm winds. The WSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 11mph and poor by then.
Newport Point is a classic right-hand point break located along Orange County's iconic coastline, where consistent swells wrap around the rocky headland and peel along sandy-bottomed shoulders. The wave's NNE-facing orientation captures Southern Hemisphere swells beautifully during fall and winter months, offering peeling waves that can reach overhead heights with the right swell direction. This semi-protected break provides a mellower alternative to some of the region's more intense spots, making it accessible to intermediate surfers while still offering quality shape and length.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Newport Point is 2-3ft with a 13.85s swell period. Wind is W at 6mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Newport Point is 2-3ft, produced by a 1ft SSW primary swell at 14s, a 0.9ft W secondary swell at 5s, a 0.7ft S tertiary swell at 10s. 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 Point is Tuesday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 3ft waves, a 14.15s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Newport Point works best with a S 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 Newport Point. 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 Point is a point with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Newport Point is a classic right-hand point break located along Orange County's iconic coastline, where consistent swells wrap around the rocky headland and peel along sandy-bottomed shoulders. The wave's NNE-facing orientation captures Southern Hemisphere swells beautifully during fall and winter months, offering peeling waves that can reach overhead heights with the right swell direction. This semi-protected break provides a mellower alternative to some of the region's more intense spots, making it accessible to intermediate surfers while still offering quality shape and length.
The prime season at Newport Point 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 Point include rocks at point, localism, crowds on good days. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Newport Point 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.
