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RAT Beach Surf Forecast, Los Angeles County, California

Los Angeles County, California

Lower Haggertys0-1ftHaggertysFlatTorrance Beach/Haggertys0-1ft
RAT Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Very Poor
Wave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
14.4s
Wind
11mph
W / Gusts 15mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.6ft @ 11sSSW
Secondary
0.5ft @ 14sSW
Tertiary
0.4ft @ 2sW

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 310-1ft
Very Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 10-1ft
Very Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with gentle W breeze.

6am9am12pm3pm
12s SSW|5-7mph W
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor - Fair

Hold off if you can — morning starts out poor - fair with 2-3ft waves. The breeze eases and things smooth out to fair by PM.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s WSW|2-13mph W
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Sat
3ft
Swell building Fri, Apr 3Fair

12s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Forecast Charts

RAT Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
W
Best Wind
SE
Season
Fall

RAT Beach in Malibu offers accessible beach break waves perfect for learning, with a sandy bottom that provides a forgiving platform for surfers of all levels. The southeast-facing orientation captures Southern Hemisphere swells during fall and winter months, while the nearby Malibu Point geology suggests reliable sandbar formations that create consistent peeling waves. This spot provides a mellow alternative to the more crowded Malibu breaks, making it ideal for those seeking quality waves with a relaxed vibe.

LocalismStrong currents near point breaks

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

RAT Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for RAT Beach?
The current wave height at RAT Beach is 0-1ft with a 14.4s swell period. Wind is W at 11mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the RAT Beach surf forecast?
Our RAT 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 RAT Beach?
The current breaking wave height at RAT Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.6ft SSW primary swell at 11s, a 0.5ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.4ft W tertiary swell at 2s. 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 RAT Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf RAT Beach is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 5.35s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.