Ritoque Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.83° S 71.53° W

Ritoque Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ritoque sea temperature is
13.9°C
0.7° 

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


Ritoque surf forecast from 23 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 27 Aug, 5AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, WSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 27 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 15s period, WSW swell with 5,437 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s period with SW 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 (Aug 23) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 3s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ritoque in the next 16 days are 3.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.1m 14s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 29) at 5AM.

Wave TypeTime (-04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Sun 23rd Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 7s
Best Surf 5AM (Thu 27th Aug)10ft (3.0m) 13s
Most Powerful 2PM (Thu 27th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 15s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, Rusty here. The next couple of weeks at Ritoque are a proper mixed bag, with a slow start, then a big pulse of swell that’ll get the blood pumping for experienced crew only. Water temp is sitting at about 57°, which is pretty average for this time of year – nothing unusual there.

We kick off on Sunday the 23rd of August, but honestly, don’t bother paddling out. The morning has 3ft of short-period SW swell at 8 seconds, but it’s cross-shore wind and the wave energy is weak (208). The afternoon gets even worse – drop to 3ft and a score that says poor. Monday the 24th is a little more promising but still ordinary. Morning glass-off with 2ft of SSW groundswell, period at 13 seconds, but the wave energy is low (186). It’s surfable but nothing to write home about. By Tuesday the 25th of August, the morning gets interesting – a clean 2ft WSW swell with a long 15-second period. The wave energy is moderate (279) and with light offshore wind, it’s clean. It’s small, but if you’re on a log, it’ll be fun.

Now, Wednesday the 26th of August sees the energy starting to build. Morning has 3ft of WSW swell at 12 seconds, moderate energy (533). By the afternoon, it’s 5ft, period dropping to 10 seconds, energy climbing to strong (656). Still cross-shore, so not perfect but it’s building.

Here comes the big one. Thursday the 27th of August is a monster – 12ft of WSW swell with a 15-second period and massive energy readings (5423 morning, 4902 afternoon). It’s clean in the morning, but that’s a serious step up. That kind of size at Ritoque is only for the experts. Beginners, stay on the sand. Friday the 28th is still pumping – 8ft of WSW groundswell at 13 seconds, and the morning is glassy. The wave energy is very strong (2523). This is a standout session for experienced surfers, with clean conditions and plenty of power. The afternoon picks up a cross-on breeze, so get out early.

Saturday the 29th of August is another quality day for the crew who can handle it. 7ft of WSW swell at 12 seconds, energy at 1184 (strong). Morning glass again – absolutely pristine conditions. Sunday the 30th sees a drop-off. 5ft of WSW swell, period dropping to 11 seconds, energy moderate (547), and cross-on wind. It’s just okay. By Monday the 31st of August, we get a bit of a bump – 7ft WSW at 11 seconds, energy strong (1242), but with cross-shore winds. It’s surfable but not as clean as the previous week.

Into September, Tuesday the 1st is smaller – 5ft SW, 10 seconds, energy moderate (725) and cross-shore. Not great. Wednesday the 2nd of September looks proper. 6ft WSW, a very long 16-second period, energy very strong (1679) and cross-on in the morning. But the afternoon goes glassy, with 7ft of 15-second groundswell and excellent conditions for experienced surfers. Thursday the 3rd of September is the real standout of the second week. Morning glass-off, 7ft of WSW swell at 14 seconds, and energy at 2619 (very strong). That is a session to book in. The afternoon holds size at 5ft but with a 19-second period, energy even higher (3154). Wind is onshore though, so it might get bumpy.

Friday the 4th of September stays big – 8ft WSW at 15 seconds, energy very strong (2951) but cross-on wind. Saturday the 5th gets windier – 8ft WSW at 13 seconds, moderate breeze cross-shore. It’s messy. Sunday the 6th drops to 7ft, and by Monday the 7th we’re back to small stuff – 3ft but with a 20-second period, energy moderate (804). The real highlights here are definitely Thursday the 27th and 28th of August for the big wave chargers, and the morning of Thursday the 3rd of September for glassy, powerful groundswell.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Tue morning, min 11°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Very mild (max 16°C on Wed afternoon, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

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Tuesday
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
8:16PM0.76m
8:09AM1.21m
8:52PM0.82m
8:48AM1.29m
9:22PM0.88m
9:22AM1.35m
9:51PM0.95m
9:54AM1.39m
10:20PM1.01m
10:25AM1.40m
10:50PM1.08m
10:56AM1.38m
11:21PM1.14m
Low Tide
2:26PM0.32m
1:26AM0.42m
3:02PM0.25m
2:12AM0.34m
3:33PM0.18m
2:50AM0.27m
4:01PM0.13m
3:26AM0.21m
4:27PM0.09m
4:01AM0.16m
4:53PM0.07m
4:37AM0.14m
5:19PM0.07m
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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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