
Surf Forecasts:
Ritoque surf forecast from 5 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 5 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 16s period, SW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 5 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 16s period, SW swell with 2,580 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 5 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 16s 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 (Jul 05) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 1.1m and 8s. 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 2.3m 16s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 05) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Sun 5th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Sun 5th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 5PM (Sun 5th Jul) | 7.5ft (2.3m) 16s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ritoque over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for us.
We’ve got a solid run of swell on the way, but the timing and conditions are going to be key. The real standout is a window of absolute glassy perfection right in the middle of the week. The water is a bit colder than normal for this time of year, sitting at 55°, which is a degree off the average, so you’ll want a good 4/3 and maybe boots.
The first real action kicks off on Sunday, July 5th at Ritoque. Morning brings a clean 6.9 ft SW swell with a long 16-second period, but the wind is a light cross-off. It’s a powerful combo and the energy is strong (2452). This is excellent surf for experienced surfers. The afternoon gets a bit sloppy as the wind swings cross-on.
Monday, July 6th is where it gets really good. The morning is glassy – dead calm – with a 6.6 ft SW groundswell, period still a nice 15 seconds (1711 energy). The afternoon stays glassy with a 5.9 ft SW swell. This is the best clean, powerful surf of the first week. The swell is too big for beginners, but for anyone with a bit of experience, it’s a dream.
Tuesday, July 7th morning is also glassy, with a smaller 3.9 ft SW swell (670 energy). The period is still a solid 14 seconds, so it’ll be clean and fun, but the power is fading.
Then we hit a bit of a lull. From Tuesday afternoon, July 7th through to Saturday, July 11th, the wind stays onshore or cross-on, and the swell drops off. The waves are choppy and messy. Not worth paddling out for.
We get a pulse of energy again on Sunday, July 12th morning, with a 5.9 ft WSW swell, but the period is short and the wind is cross-on, making it a bit of a washout.
The forecast for Monday, July 13th morning shows a 9.8 ft SW swell, with periods at 14 seconds and very strong energy (3253). That’s too big for this break, really one for the experts or maybe the kite surfers. The wind is a cross-on and it’s going to be a beast.
The following week gets rough. From Monday the 13th afternoon right through to Thursday the 16th, the wind is strong and the swell is onshore or too small. It’s a proper run of poor conditions.
But then, we get one more absolute beauty. Friday, July 17th morning is glassy again, with a 5.2 ft SW swell at 15 seconds (1132 energy). The quality is back. That morning session is the best second-week option. Saturday, July 18th is even better for a full day – glassy all day, with a 5.6 ft SW swell, periods of 14 to 15 seconds (1145-1286 energy). This is just excellent surf.
Sunday, July 19th afternoon actually looks clean with a glassy north wind and a 4.6 ft SW swell, but by Monday, July 20th, we’re looking at another massive 11.5 ft SW swell that’s simply too big for this spot.
The standout for the entire period is Monday, July 6th and the long weekend of Friday the 17th and Saturday the 18th. Get on it.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun afternoon, min 12°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Wed morning, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 5 | Monday 6 | Tuesday 7 | Wednesday 8 | Thursday 9 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 17 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
2297 | 2580 | 2185 | 1692 | 1325 | 810 | 598 | 606 | 812 | 1265 | 1108 | 1423 | 755 | 1011 | 975 | 1065 | 743 | 581 | 509 | 424 | 451 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 1:37PM1.22m | 2:28AM0.91m | 2:16PM1.13m | 3:17AM0.96m | 3:03PM1.04m | 4:12AM1.02m | 4:02PM0.94m | 5:13AM1.11m | 5:17PM0.87m | 6:16AM1.21m | 6:38PM0.83m | 7:18AM1.33m | 7:53PM0.84m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 8:22PM0.21m | 7:58AM0.41m | 8:58PM0.24m | 9:01AM0.45m | 9:39PM0.26m | 10:19AM0.47m | 10:28PM0.28m | 11:46AM0.43m | 11:25PM0.29m | 1:06PM0.34m | 00:26AM0.28m | 2:14PM0.23m | 1:28AM0.24m | ||||||||
7:48 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:47 | — | — | |
— | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:53 | — | — | 5:54 | — | — | 5:54 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 17 | 15 | 17 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 14 |
Feels °C | 10 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | WSW 12 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | W 11 | SW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SW 13 | SW 14 | SW 13 |
2297 | 2580 | 2185 | 1692 | 1325 | 810 | 598 | 606 | 497 | 1265 | 1108 | 1423 | 746 | 1011 | 975 | 1065 | 743 | 581 | 509 | 424 | 451 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 8 | W 7 | W 7 | SW 5 | — | — | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | SW 17 | WSW 11 | WSW 10 | W 12 | SW 13 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | WSW 12 |
155 | 70 | 14 | 19 | — | — | 40 | 298 | 812 | 494 | 418 | 650 | 755 | 546 | 476 | 411 | 350 | 291 | 231 | 174 | 218 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 13 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | W 10 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 205 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 6 | 5 | 92 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 4 | SSW 5 | — | SW 5 | SSW 5 | SW 5 | SW 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | SW 3 | — | SSW 3 | SSW 4 | SSW 4 |
— | 12 | 19 | — | 37 | 42 | 32 | 31 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | 4 | 11 | 10 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 9 | 28 | 64 | 9 | 9 | 70 | 0 | 22 | 9 | 9 | 22 | 9 | 9 |
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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.
Ritoque is 6 km (4 miles) from the city of Quintero. If you plan a holiday in Santiago, look for hotels and other accommodation in Quintero. Quintero has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.










