Los Angeles County, California
Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on W swell at 5s with light winds out of the S.
Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on W swell at 5s with light winds out of the S.
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Redondo Beach Breakwater for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Redondo Beach Breakwater, Los Angeles County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on W swell at 5s with light S winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 12mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on SW swell at 13s with 8mph from the E. Onshore flow builds through the day to 12mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 16s period, rated Poor. Midday is the call — 1-2ft waves with light winds out of the SSW and poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
Sun, Sep 6: 1–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor. Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 1-2ft with barely a breath of wind. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Mon, Sep 7: 1–2ft, 13s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on S swell at 13s with light W winds. The WSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and very poor by then.
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Redondo Beach Breakwater offers protected, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression, thanks to the sheltering influence of the working harbor breakwater that reduces swell intensity. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving learning environment with consistent peaks peeling along the beach, making it perfect for beginners and families. Winter swells wrap around the breakwater while fall and spring bring the most user-friendly conditions, though the spot stays rideable year-round in Southern California's temperate climate.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Redondo Beach Breakwater is 1-2ft with a 5.2s swell period. Wind is SW at 10mph. Conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Redondo Beach Breakwater is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.4ft WSW wind swell swell at 5s, a 1.3ft SSW secondary swell at 11s, a 0.9ft SW tertiary swell at 16s. 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 Redondo Beach Breakwater is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 16.1s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Redondo Beach Breakwater 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 Redondo Beach Breakwater. 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.
Redondo Beach Breakwater is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Redondo Beach Breakwater offers protected, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression, thanks to the sheltering influence of the working harbor breakwater that reduces swell intensity. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving learning environment with consistent peaks peeling along the beach, making it perfect for beginners and families. Winter swells wrap around the breakwater while fall and spring bring the most user-friendly conditions, though the spot stays rideable year-round in Southern California's temperate climate.
The prime season at Redondo Beach Breakwater 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 Redondo Beach Breakwater include boat traffic, strong currents near breakwater, shallow areas at low tide. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Redondo Beach Breakwater 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
