Otter Rock Surf Break

Lat Long: 44.75° N 124.07° W

Otter Rock Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 4 pm 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Otter Rock sea temperature is
9.9°C
5.3° 

Otter Rock surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Otter Rock surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 18s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 30 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 16s period, SW swell with 306 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 18s period with WSW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Otter Rock this week:

The surf forecast for Otter Rock over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 24) at 5AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 18s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 1.2m and 6s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Otter Rock in the next 16 days are 0.8m 16s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 30) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 5AM (Mon 24th Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 18s
Best Surf 5AM (Mon 24th Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 18s
Most Powerful 5PM (Sun 30th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 16s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Otter Rock over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let's take a good, hard look at what Otter Rock has on offer over the next couple of weeks.

Honestly, the outlook for Otter Rock is a bit of a tough pill to swallow for the next week or so. We’ve got a lot of days where the conditions are just not cooperating. The wind is mostly coming in from the north-northwest and southwest, keeping things cross-onshore and choppy for the vast majority of the time. The swell energy is present, with combined energy values mostly in the 200s and 300s, which is moderate, but the wind just ruins it. You’re looking at small, weak surf for days, with heights mostly under 3ft. The water is running at 50°F, which is a full 10°F colder than normal for this time of year, so you’ll want a thick hood and gloves.

We do start to see a change around September 3rd and 4th. The swell energy builds significantly, hitting 513 on Thursday morning and climbing to a strong 802 by Friday morning. Swell heights get up into the 5ft to 6ft range from the northwest. The problem? It’s still onshore or cross-onshore, so while there's more water moving, it’s going to be messy and hard to enjoy. This is a setup where the waves might be more fun for the kite surfers than for paddle surfers.

The real standout, the only time I’d genuinely get excited for a paddle, is Monday, September 7th. Both the morning and afternoon sessions are looking very promising. The wind goes glassy, with barely a breath of air. The waves will be clean, smooth, and well-shaped. Morning sees a 4ft swell from the west-northwest with a 9 second period and combined energy of 566. The afternoon picks up to 6ft from the same direction, with a longer 10 second period and energy reading of 677. This is the best we’ve got in the whole run. When that glassy wind is on, Otter Rock can offer some really nice lines. Just be aware that crowds are often a factor here, so get out early if you want a peak to yourself.

So, to sum it up: a long wait for the wind to cooperate. There’s a messy, bigger swell around the 4th and 5th, but don’t expect clean conditions. Your only real bet for quality is to hold out for that glassy day on the 7th. That’s the one.

- Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Mon morning, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Wed afternoon, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
9:33PM2.22m
11:38AM1.85m
10:23PM2.31m
12:07PM1.94m
11:07PM2.40m
12:33PM2.05m
11:47PM2.46m
12:58PM2.16m
00:26AM2.47m
1:24PM2.27m
1:06AM2.44m
1:50PM2.38m
1:47AM2.36m
Low Tide
3:43PM1.27m
4:50AM0.07m
4:34PM1.14m
5:28AM-0.05m
5:16PM0.98m
6:02AM-0.14m
5:54PM0.82m
6:32AM-0.19m
6:32PM0.65m
7:01AM-0.18m
7:10PM0.48m
7:30AM-0.10m
7:49PM0.32m
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Information about the Otter Rock Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Otter Rock provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Otter Rock can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Otter Rock surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Otter Rock) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Otter Rock may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.

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