Northern California
Best window·Wednesday 6AM–9AM·3ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Secrets, Northern California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on WNW swell at 10s with glassy conditions. Onshore flow builds through the day to 7mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Wed, Jul 1: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with moderate NNW wind around 8mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Pretty quiet out there — 2-3ft and mostly poor - fair with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 8mph.
Fri, Jul 3: 2–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2ft waves and poor - fair conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 7mph by PM.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–2ft, 15s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 2ft and poor - fair with glassy conditions. Expect the wind to bump up to around 6mph by PM.
Secrets is a sheltered beach break tucked along the rugged Sonoma County coastline, offering fun, manageable waves for intermediate surfers seeking a quieter getaway. The northeast-facing beach orientation captures northwest swell energy while remaining protected from harsh winds, creating peeling shoulders and forgiving sand bottom conditions. As the name suggests, this spot rewards those who know about it with consistent waves and a mellow, uncrowded vibe.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Secrets is 2-3ft with a 9.65s swell period. Wind is W at 3mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Secrets is 2-3ft, produced by a 6.2ft WNW primary swell at 10s, a 1.2ft SSW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.7ft SW tertiary swell at 19s. 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 Secrets is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 9.55s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Secrets works best with a NW swell and SE 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 Secrets. 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.
Secrets is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Secrets is a sheltered beach break tucked along the rugged Sonoma County coastline, offering fun, manageable waves for intermediate surfers seeking a quieter getaway. The northeast-facing beach orientation captures northwest swell energy while remaining protected from harsh winds, creating peeling shoulders and forgiving sand bottom conditions. As the name suggests, this spot rewards those who know about it with consistent waves and a mellow, uncrowded vibe.
The prime season at Secrets 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 Secrets include rip currents, occasional fog, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Secrets 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
