Poche Beach Surf Forecast, Orange County, California
Orange County, California
Current Conditions
PoorWave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
11.05s
Wind
8mph
SSE / Gusts 17mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.9ft @ 3sS
Secondary
0.8ft @ 12sSSW
Tertiary
0.7ft @ 10sS
Nearest Webcam
Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
PoorNot the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 8mph W winds.
6am9am12pm3pm
10s S|3-8mph N
Thu, Apr 24-5ft
FairRideable all day with 2-3ft waves on W swell at 4s and light NNE winds.
6am9am12pm3pm
8s SW|3-7mph N
Forecast Charts
Poche Beach Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
S
Best Wind
NE
Season
Fall
Poche Beach is a mellow sand-bottom beach break along Orange County's scenic coastline, offering accessible waves that work well for beginners and intermediate surfers. With its northeast-facing aspect, the beach captures south to southwest swells while benefiting from offshore northwest winds that groom the faces. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving surface for learning, making it a solid choice for those looking to progress their skills in a relaxed beach setting.
Occasional rip currentsCrowded during summer weekends
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Poche Beach Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Poche Beach?
The current wave height at Poche Beach is 1-2ft with a 11.05s swell period. Wind is SSE at 8mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Poche Beach surf forecast?
Our Poche Beach 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 Poche Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Poche Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.9ft S primary swell at 3s, a 0.8ft SSW secondary swell at 12s, 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.
When is the best time to surf Poche Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Poche Beach is Thursday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 5ft waves, a 14.55s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.