
Surf Forecasts:
Ritoque surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 22 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 11s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 22 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 11s period, W swell with 1,023 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 19 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 11s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Ritoque this week:
The surf forecast for Ritoque over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.9m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ritoque in the next 16 days are 2.0m 11s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 3.0m 8s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sun 19th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 6.5ft (2.0m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ritoque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about the stretch ahead at Ritoque. We’ve got a bit of a mixed bag coming, but there are definitely some moments to get excited about if you’re patient.
The overall pattern shows a bit of a quiet start, but then the ocean wakes up in a big way. Right now, the water is sittin’ at a chilly 54°, which is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, so don’t forget the thick rubber.
First up, Sunday the 19th. The morning’s looking alright with a clean 5ft swell from the west, running at 11 seconds and a light cross-off breeze. The combined swell energy is moderate (844). It’s not a world-beater, but it’s surfable. The afternoon gets a bit messy with a light cross-on breeze and some rain, so the morning is your window.
Monday the 20th is a proper little gem. Morning has clean 4ft west swell with a light cross-off breeze, and by the afternoon it turns glassy with a solid 3ft swell. The energy’s lower (397), but that glassy surface is a major positive. This is a great time for a long session without the crowds being too hectic.
Tuesday the 21st is a write-off. Strong winds and tiny surf, so give it a miss.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Wednesday the 22nd morning sees a jump to 7ft from the west with an 11-second period. The combined energy is strong (1107). The wind is a light cross-off, keeping it clean. That’s a standout for experienced surfers, as it’s getting big enough to be too much for beginners. Thursday and Friday have some size, but the wind is more cross-on, so they won’t be as clean.
Then, on Monday the 27th of July, we have a potential standout. Glassy conditions with a solid 7ft west swell, 11-second period, and massive energy (1697). The morning is clean, but the afternoon gets a little weird with an onshore wind. Get on it early.
The end of the month throws some big numbers at us. The 28th has a 7ft swell from the west-southwest, but a cross-on breeze keeps it from being perfect. The 31st and the 1st of August also show solid 7ft+ west swells. The pick of that late run might be Saturday the 1st of August afternoon, which has a clean, cross-off wind and 6ft of west swell with very strong energy (1672). That will be firing for the crew that knows how to handle it.
Overall, the best quality on offer is the glassy Monday 20th for a clean, smaller day, and the glassy Monday 27th morning for the bigger, more powerful stuff. The later period (end of July into early August) has plenty of size, but the winds are a bit more variable, so keep an eye on the forecast.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 63mm), heaviest during Tue morning. Very mild (max 15°C on Mon afternoon, min 10°C on Mon morning). Winds decreasing (gales from the N on Tue morning, calm by Tue night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Fri afternoon, min 13°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | |||||||||||||||
AM | 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) | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 11 | WNW 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WSW 13 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 14 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
629 | 466 | 342 | 305 | 248 | 157 | 86 | 80 | 183 | 1023 | 862 | 449 | 239 | 159 | 235 | 934 | 757 | 631 | 410 | 464 | 400 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 1:55PM1.26m | 2:44AM1.07m | 2:42PM1.09m | 3:38AM1.07m | 3:35PM0.94m | 4:38AM1.08m | 4:42PM0.82m | 5:43AM1.10m | 6:06PM0.75m | 6:47AM1.13m | 7:27PM0.74m | 7:43AM1.18m | 8:26PM0.77m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:28PM0.14m | 8:40AM0.35m | 9:10PM0.22m | 9:51AM0.42m | 9:55PM0.31m | 11:15AM0.46m | 10:48PM0.38m | 12:40PM0.44m | 11:48PM0.42m | 1:50PM0.39m | 00:49AM0.42m | 2:43PM0.32m | 1:43AM0.39m | ||||||||
7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:43 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | |
— | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:00 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:04 | — | |
mm | — | 2 | 21 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 14 | 4 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 17 |
Feels °C | 12 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 14 | 13 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | NNW 7 | W 11 | WNW 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WSW 13 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | W 9 |
629 | 466 | 342 | 305 | 248 | 157 | 86 | 80 | 234 | 1023 | 862 | 449 | 239 | 159 | 235 | 934 | 757 | 631 | 410 | 464 | 164 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 11 | SSW 12 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 11 | SW 10 | SW 10 | SW 10 | W 10 | N 6 | SSW 12 | SW 11 | SSW 11 | SSW 10 | W 8 | SW 21 | SW 21 | SW 20 | WSW 16 | WSW 15 | SW 10 |
215 | 231 | 215 | 151 | 149 | 106 | 50 | 25 | 183 | 28 | 94 | 58 | 45 | 41 | 65 | 72 | 115 | 136 | 198 | 231 | 192 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NW 11 | NNW 6 | N 6 | NW 6 | SW 17 | SW 17 | SW 10 | SW 13 | SW 22 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 17 | WSW 18 | WSW 17 | SW 11 | SW 18 | WSW 14 |
— | — | 5 | 20 | 28 | 17 | 11 | 11 | 28 | 84 | 76 | 72 | 134 | 59 | 109 | 47 | 31 | 93 | 63 | 199 | 400 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | SW 3 | — | — | N 7 | NNW 8 | NNW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 3 | — | — | — | SSW 3 | SW 3 | — |
— | — | 2 | — | — | 66 | 1044 | 897 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 3 | 2 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 0 | 0 | 64 | 0 | 22 | 64 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
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Information about the Ritoque Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Ritoque provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Ritoque can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Ritoque 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 (Ritoque) 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 Ritoque 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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