Port Orford Surf Break

Lat Long: 42.74° N 124.49° W

Port Orford Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 10 am 17 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Port Orford sea temperature is
10.2° C
4.2° 

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


Port Orford surf forecast from 17 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 12s period, WNW swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 23 Aug, 5PM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 7s period, NNW swell with 497 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 18 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 13s period with WNW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Port Orford this week:

The surf forecast for Port Orford over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 13s period. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Port Orford in the next 16 days are 2.4m 7s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 23) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.8m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 22) at 8PM.

Wave TypeTime (PDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Tue 18th Aug)2.5ft (0.7m) 13s
Best Surf 2AM (Wed 19th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 12s
Most Powerful 5PM (Sun 23rd Aug)8ft (2.4m) 7s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Port Orford over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what Port Orford is cookin' up for the next couple of weeks. It's a bit of a slow start, but there are some flickers of hope if you're patient.

We’re looking at a pretty drawn-out run of small, clean but weak surf for the first week or so. The water temp here is a chilly 50°F, which is a whopping 8°F colder than normal for this time of year. That’s a seriously unusual cold snap, so you’ll want the thickest wetsuit you own and maybe some booties. The north winds are blowing, keeping things tidy, but the swell is just not there.

The first real chance to wet a line comes on Wednesday, August 19th. It's still small, with a 3ft swell from the WNW, but the combined energy (410) is starting to show some life. That 12-second period gives it a bit of push, but the score is still low – it’s more of a "get the cobwebs out" session than anything to get excited about. Thursday the 20th is much the same story with a 3ft WNW swell.

Friday the 21st through Sunday the 23rd sees the swell bump up in size, but the period drops right off to just 7 seconds. That’s short-period windswell, which means weak, bumpy lines. The combined energy (243 to 437) is moderate, but the quality just isn't there for a good paddle surf. On Sunday the 23rd, the swell hits 7ft in the morning and 8ft in the afternoon from the NNW, but it’s still that short 7-second period and the wind is a fresh 30-35 km/h offshore. It'll be a bumpy, choppy mess. That big, short-period swell with strong offshore wind actually makes this setup look more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing for the afternoon.

Now, listen up, because Monday, August 24th is the real standout in this outlook. We’ve got a 6ft swell from the NNW with a 6-second period. I know, the period is short, but the offshore breeze is a moderate 20 km/h and the combined energy is a solid 508. The forecast is calling for "good surf conditions" and the score backs it up. This is your best bet for a proper session with some punchy, if a bit crumbly, waves. Just be aware, this is an advanced, inconsistent break that's sheltered from the NW, and crowds are "often" – so expect some company if you paddle out at Port Orford (Port-Orford).

The following day, Tuesday, August 25th, offers a completely different flavor. The swell drops right back to 2ft, but look at that period – a gorgeous 17 seconds from the SW! This is proper long-period groundswell. The energy (467) is still moderate, but the wind goes glassy in the afternoon. This is a rare treat for a spot that is "inconsistent" and "rarely breaks". This setup is best for the reefs and points, not the beach. If you can find a corner that picks up that long SW pulse, it could be a magic, uncrowded session.

The rest of the forecast into the first week of September is a mix of tiny surf and fresh offshore winds. Wednesday, August 26th has another pulse of that 2ft, 16-second SW groundswell, with moderate offshore winds in the afternoon. Then it gets small and weak again through the 27th to the 31st, with fresh 30 km/h winds. There's a little bump in energy on Tuesday, September 1st, with a 2ft WNW swell and 14-second period (421 energy) and moderate offshore winds – worth a look if you’re desperate.

So, the takeaway: Get on it Monday, August 24th for the best all-round waves. If you’re a connoisseur of long-period groundswell and you know your spot, keep an eye on Tuesday, August 25th and Wednesday, August 26th for a chance at something special, but don't expect much size.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue morning, min 13°C on Mon night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sat afternoon, min 13°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the N on Fri morning, fresh winds from the N by Sat afternoon).

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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
3:48PM2.15m
4:32AM1.57m
4:24PM2.08m
5:45AM1.41m
5:06PM2.01m
7:17AM1.33m
5:56PM1.94m
8:57AM1.35m
6:59PM1.90m
10:10AM1.43m
8:06PM1.91m
10:55AM1.51m
9:07PM1.98m
Low Tide
9:25AM0.41m
10:27PM0.27m
10:00AM0.66m
11:26PM0.27m
10:39AM0.89m
00:32AM0.28m
11:28AM1.07m
1:43AM0.26m
12:40PM1.19m
2:50AM0.20m
2:06PM1.22m
3:47AM0.11m
3:16PM1.17m
4:33AM0.02m
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Information about the Port Orford Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Port Orford provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Port Orford can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Port Orford 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 (Port Orford) 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 Port Orford 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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