Washington
Best window·Wednesday 12PM–3PM·4ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Ocean Shores, Washington. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 5–6ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 5-6ft and poor - fair conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 5–6ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Patience pays off today — morning is poor - fair with 5-6ft. Afternoon shapes up better with 5-6ft and poor - fair conditions.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–2ft, 17s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on WNW swell at 7s with barely a breath of wind. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 8mph from the WSW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Fri, Jul 3: 2–2ft, 16s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on W swell at 8s with gentle WNW breeze. Onshore flow builds through the day to 8mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–2ft, 14s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on WNW swell at 8s with light WNW winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 11mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Ocean Shores is a welcoming beach break on Washington's Pacific coast, featuring consistent rolling waves across a sandy bottom that's ideal for learning and progression. The spot's eastward-facing exposure captures Pacific swells well during autumn and winter months when North American storms generate quality waves. With a forgiving sandy beach and relatively gentle takeoffs, this is a perfect destination for beginners looking to develop their skills in the Pacific Northwest.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Ocean Shores is 4-6ft with a 9.1s swell period. Wind is NW at 10mph 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 Ocean Shores is 4-6ft, produced by a 5.7ft WNW primary swell at 9s, a 0.9ft SW secondary swell at 15s, a 0.4ft SW 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 Ocean Shores is Wednesday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 4ft waves, a 8.35s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Ocean Shores works best with a W 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 Ocean Shores. 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.
Ocean Shores is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Ocean Shores is a welcoming beach break on Washington's Pacific coast, featuring consistent rolling waves across a sandy bottom that's ideal for learning and progression. The spot's eastward-facing exposure captures Pacific swells well during autumn and winter months when North American storms generate quality waves. With a forgiving sandy beach and relatively gentle takeoffs, this is a perfect destination for beginners looking to develop their skills in the Pacific Northwest.
The prime season at Ocean Shores 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 Ocean Shores include strong currents, cold water, occasional logs and debris. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Ocean Shores 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.
