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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Seabrook Beach, Washington. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 6–7ft, 13s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 6-7ft on WSW swell at 15s with light winds out of the N. The NW wind kicks in by afternoon — 11mph and poor by then.
Sun, May 17: 5–6ft, 12s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 6-7ft waves and poor - fair conditions with moderate NNW wind around 12mph.
Mon, May 18: 4–5ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 4-5ft and poor - fair conditions with 8mph from the NW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
Tue, May 19: 5–6ft, 16s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 5-6ft and poor - fair with 9mph NW winds.
Wed, May 20: 4–5ft, 13s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 5-6ft waves on W swell at 12s with calm winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 9mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
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Seabrook Beach is a mellow, sandy beach break located on Washington's Pacific coast, offering consistent waves that work best during autumn swells. The protected position within the Strait of Juan de Fuca delivers forgiving, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to develop their skills. This relatively uncrowded gem provides a peaceful surf experience with the dramatic coastal scenery of the Olympic Peninsula as your backdrop.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Seabrook Beach is 5-7ft with a 13.35s swell period. Wind is NNW 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 Seabrook Beach is 5-7ft, produced by a 1ft SW primary swell at 16s, a 0.5ft SW secondary swell at 13s, a 7.3ft W wind swell swell at 13s. 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 Seabrook Beach is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 6ft waves, a 12.25s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Seabrook 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 Seabrook 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.
Seabrook Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Seabrook Beach is a mellow, sandy beach break located on Washington's Pacific coast, offering consistent waves that work best during autumn swells. The protected position within the Strait of Juan de Fuca delivers forgiving, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to develop their skills. This relatively uncrowded gem provides a peaceful surf experience with the dramatic coastal scenery of the Olympic Peninsula as your backdrop.
The prime season at Seabrook 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 Seabrook Beach include strong rip currents, cold water temperatures, 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 Seabrook 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.
