Los Angeles County, California
Best window·Friday 6AM–9AM·3ft·Fair - Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Westward Beach, 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.
Tue, Jun 30: 3–4ft, 18s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 3-4ft waves on SW swell at 11s with barely a breath of wind. The W wind kicks in by afternoon — 9mph and poor - fair by then.
Wed, Jul 1: 3–4ft, 18s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 3-4ft waves on WSW swell at 5s with light SSE winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Thu, Jul 2: 3–5ft, 18s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 3-4ft waves on SSW swell at 16s with gentle ESE breeze. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Fri, Jul 3: 3–4ft, 18s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-5ft on SSW swell at 17s with 7mph ESE winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Sat, Jul 4: 3–4ft, 16s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on SSW swell at 15s and gentle ESE breeze. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Westward Beach offers accessible, forgiving waves on a wide sandy beach with a NE-facing exposure that picks up southwest swell effectively. The gradual slope and soft sand bottom make it an ideal spot for beginners and intermediates looking to progress in a mellow environment. This popular Malibu area beach delivers consistent peaks throughout the year, with fall bringing the most reliable swell periods.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Westward Beach is 2-3ft with a 13.75s swell period. Wind is W at 4mph 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 Westward Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 1ft SSW primary swell at 14s, a 0.9ft WSW secondary swell at 5s, a 0.5ft S tertiary swell at 10s. 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 Westward Beach is Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 16.5s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Westward Beach works best with a SW swell and NE 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 Westward 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.
Westward Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Westward Beach offers accessible, forgiving waves on a wide sandy beach with a NE-facing exposure that picks up southwest swell effectively. The gradual slope and soft sand bottom make it an ideal spot for beginners and intermediates looking to progress in a mellow environment. This popular Malibu area beach delivers consistent peaks throughout the year, with fall bringing the most reliable swell periods.
The prime season at Westward 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 Westward Beach include crowded during peak times, occasional rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Westward 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
