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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Rockaway Beach, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 5–6ft, 12s period, rated Poor. 5-6ft waves to start the day on WNW swell at 13s.
Sun, May 17: 5–6ft, 12s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 5-6ft on WNW swell at 12s with light ENE winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 14mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Mon, May 18: 4–5ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 4-5ft waves on WNW swell at 10s and gentle N breeze. The NNW wind kicks in by afternoon — 12mph and poor - fair by then.
Tue, May 19: 5–6ft, 16s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 5-6ft waves on WNW swell at 14s with barely a breath of wind. The NW wind kicks in by afternoon — 9mph and poor - fair by then.
Wed, May 20: 4–5ft, 13s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 5-6ft waves on WNW swell at 12s and light NE winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 9mph from the NW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
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Rockaway Beach offers accessible, rolling sand-bottom waves perfect for surfers looking to progress their skills in a scenic Oregon setting. The beach break produces fun, forgiving peaks across a wide sandy stretch, with the wave energy focused along the eastern-facing shoreline that captures consistent Pacific swell. This laid-back spot combines mellow waves with stunning coastal views and plenty of beach space, making it ideal for a relaxed session without heavy crowds.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Rockaway Beach is 5-6ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is NW at 19mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Rockaway Beach is 5-6ft, produced by a 3.3ft WNW primary swell at 13s, a 0.7ft SW secondary swell at 15s, a 6.6ft W wind swell swell at 8s. 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 Rockaway Beach is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 6ft waves, a 11.65s swell period, and conditions rated Very Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Rockaway Beach 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 Rockaway Beach. 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.
Rockaway Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Rockaway Beach offers accessible, rolling sand-bottom waves perfect for surfers looking to progress their skills in a scenic Oregon setting. The beach break produces fun, forgiving peaks across a wide sandy stretch, with the wave energy focused along the eastern-facing shoreline that captures consistent Pacific swell. This laid-back spot combines mellow waves with stunning coastal views and plenty of beach space, making it ideal for a relaxed session without heavy crowds.
The prime season at Rockaway Beach 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 Rockaway Beach include rip currents, occasional rocks at beach edges. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Rockaway 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
