
Surf Forecasts:
Otter Rock surf forecast from 11 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 11 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 11 Sep, 8AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 9s period, NW swell with 488 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 11 Sep, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 16s period with SW 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 Friday (Sep 11) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 10s. Another secondary swell of 1.1m and 10s is also forecast. Another secondary swell of 0.9m and 10s 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 1.7m 9s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 11) at 8AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (PDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Fri 11th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Otter Rock over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Hey folks, Rusty here. Let's talk about what's shaping up at Otter Rock over the next couple of weeks. It's a bit of a mixed bag, so let's get into it.
The first couple of days are pretty quiet, but we've got a real standout session setting up on Friday morning, September 11th. The ocean's gonna go glassy with no wind at all, and a clean 6ft NW swell is rolling in. That's moderate wave energy (761) and with a 9-second period, it'll have a bit of shape to it. For a point break like Otter Rock, that's prime. Keep in mind it's a beginner-friendly spot, and crowds are often around, but for that window, it'll be well worth the paddle out.
After that, conditions get a bit messy through the weekend and into the next week. We've got some smaller SW and NW swells in the 2ft to 5ft range, but the wind's mostly cross or cross-onshore, chopping things up. There are a few glassy moments—like Wednesday morning, September 16th, with a 5ft NW swell and glassy conditions (energy at 295)—it's surfable, but not a standout. That run of poor to marginal conditions stretches for a solid stretch from the 11th afternoon through to the 22nd, with only brief windows of decent conditions.
Now, looking ahead to the second week, we've got a promising but less certain call for Wednesday morning, September 23rd. The swell jumps to 8ft from the NW with a 9-second period, and the wave energy gets strong at 1083. That's expert-level size for sure—over 8ft—so not one for the beginners. The wind is cross-shore, which isn't perfect, but it's likely the biggest push of the period. Then, on the 25th (Friday morning), we're back to glassy conditions with a 4ft NW swell (411 energy), which could offer a clean end to the outlook.
For kite surfers, the stretch from late September 22nd through the 23rd with strong cross-shore winds and 8ft+ swell at a beach-and-reef setup might be more your style than a paddle session.
Stay salty,
Rusty
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu afternoon, min 11°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed morning, min 11°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Thu 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | Wednesday 16 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | SW 16 | NW 9 | NW 9 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | W 9 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | NW 8 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 7 | NW 8 | NW 7 |
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238 | 278 | 478 | 384 | 331 | 309 | 293 | 245 | 238 | 186 | 213 | 155 | 164 | 156 | 105 | 171 | 251 | 209 | 269 | 289 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 00:26AM2.59m | 1:05PM2.55m | 1:13AM2.51m | 1:36PM2.62m | 1:59AM2.39m | 2:07PM2.64m | 2:46AM2.24m | 2:38PM2.59m | 3:34AM2.07m | 3:10PM2.50m | 4:27AM1.91m | 3:44PM2.38m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:25PM0.29m | 6:47AM-0.18m | 7:09PM0.12m | 7:22AM0.01m | 7:52PM0.02m | 7:56AM0.24m | 8:34PM-0.02m | 8:30AM0.50m | 9:16PM0.02m | 9:04AM0.76m | 10:00PM0.11m | 9:39AM1.00m | 10:50PM0.23m | |||||||
— | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | |
7:37 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:32 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:29 | — | — | 7:27 | — | — | 7:24 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 19 | 22 | 17 |
Feels °C | 14 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 18 | 19 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 11 | WNW 10 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 10 | NW 9 | WNW 10 | WNW 8 | W 9 | WNW 8 | NW 8 | SW 13 | SW 13 | NW 7 | SW 17 | NW 7 | NW 7 | SW 16 | NW 7 |
164 | 235 | 478 | 384 | 300 | 286 | 166 | 154 | 101 | 186 | 213 | 155 | 108 | 60 | 105 | 74 | 251 | 209 | 63 | 289 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 17 | NNW 10 | SW 16 | WSW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 17 | WNW 13 | SW 17 | WNW 12 | SW 16 | SW 16 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 |
238 | 231 | 258 | 318 | 331 | 309 | 293 | 245 | 238 | 147 | 111 | 109 | 76 | 69 | 75 | 29 | 62 | 62 | 23 | 41 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SW 16 | SSW 11 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | S 8 | SW 4 | NW 9 | NW 9 | NW 9 | WSW 19 | WNW 15 | WNW 14 | SW 17 | SW 12 | SW 12 | NW 12 | WNW 11 | SW 12 | SW 16 |
14 | 278 | 25 | 57 | 47 | 5 | 19 | 99 | 79 | 49 | 36 | 42 | 21 | 75 | 53 | 37 | 36 | 24 | 22 | 63 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 6 | NNW 10 | — | — | — | S 3 | — | SSW 4 | SSW 4 | — | — | — | NW 8 | NW 7 | — | NW 7 | — | — | NW 8 | — |
104 | 146 | — | — | — | 5 | — | 6 | 13 | — | — | — | 164 | 156 | — | 171 | — | — | 269 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 332 | 1 | 1 | 240 | 1 | 170 | 113 | 1 | 155 | 399 | 1 | 135 | 406 | 1 | 169 | 406 | 1 | 1 | 272 | 1 |
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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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