
Surf Forecasts:
Ritoque surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 12s period, WSW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 12s period, WSW swell with 2,191 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 22 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 10s 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 Wednesday (Jul 22) at 5PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.9m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ritoque in the next 16 days are 3.0m 12s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.3m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 26) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 5PM (Wed 22nd Jul) | 6ft (1.9m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Mon 27th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Mon 27th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ritoque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here with the full rundown for Ritoque. We’ve got a solid 16-day window, and while there’s a bit of variety, the middle of the run is where the magic is hiding.
The water is sitting at 54.7°F, which is a touch cooler than average for this time of year, nothing too wild.
Let’s kick it off on Wednesday, July 22. The morning is all about a clean 6.6ft swell from the west, with a 10-second period, and it’s dead glassy. Combined energy is pumping at 950 – that’s moderate wave energy, but the conditions are top shelf. The afternoon holds up nicely, still glassy, with 6.2ft from the west. That whole first day is pure butter.
Thursday, July 23 starts off cleaner with a 3.6ft west swell, but the real standout is the afternoon. The swell jumps to 5.6ft from the west-southwest, the period stretches out to a lovely 12 seconds (longer-period groundswell, great for a point break), and the glassy wind makes it an absolute treat. Combined energy sits at 930.
Friday, July 24 gets a bit messy – we’ve got 6.2ft and 5.9ft swells but the wind goes cross and cross-onshore, bringing in those small wind ripples. Still surfable, but not the pick.
Saturday, July 25 is another day to circle. Morning is glassy with a 3.6ft swell from the west, 10-second period, and combined energy of 506. The afternoon glass stays but the swell drops to 2.3ft – still clean fun on a longboard.
Sunday, July 26 sees the wind pick up from the north, cross-shore at 6-12 mph, and the swell period gets long (18 seconds in the afternoon) but the waves get chopped up. This one is more for the die-hards.
Now, Monday, July 27 – we get a big pulse. Morning swell hits 9.8ft with a 12-second period and combined energy of 2201 (strong wave energy). The wind is cross, and it’s flagged as too big for this break. Unless you’re an expert with a death wish and a big gun, sit this one out.
The gold in this forecast is Tuesday, July 28. Morning delivers 5.6ft from the west-southwest, 13-second period, glassy conditions, and combined energy of 1144 (moderate to strong). This is a standout – clean, powerful lines with good shape. The afternoon fades slightly but still holds 3.6ft.
Wednesday, July 29 through Thursday, July 30 lean into smaller, wind-affected waves. The swell drops to around 4.6ft then 3.6ft, with cross-offshore and cross-shore winds. Ordinary conditions for the most part.
Friday, July 31 is a quiet one – 4.3ft in the morning with a short period (7 seconds) and glassy wind, then the afternoon goes to 2.6ft with moderate cross-offshore breeze. Not worth getting wet for the main session.
Saturday, August 1 starts rainy before glassing off in the afternoon with a 3.3ft west-southwest swell, 13-second period, and 703 combined energy. Clean and glassy – a nice little session for the patient.
Sunday, August 2 rolls in with a solid 4.9ft west swell, 10-second period, glassy wind, and 846 energy. That’s a classic fun day. Afternoon stays glassy with 3.9ft.
Monday, August 3 sees a glassy morning again – 4.6ft from the west-southwest, 12-second period, 542 energy. The afternoon gets a cross-onshore breeze that breaks up the surface.
Then we hit Tuesday, August 4 – the morning is mediocre, but the afternoon brings 4.9ft and moderate cross-onshore chop. Not the best.
Wednesday, August 5 – we get a massive pulse again: 9.8ft with a 14-second period and combined energy of 3361 (very strong wave energy). This is again too big for Ritoque unless you’re an experienced charger. The winds are cross-shore, but the size is the issue.
Thursday, August 6 drops to 6.6ft with a 12-second period and 2039 energy. Another big day, but the wind is cross-shore. The afternoon sees 5.6ft with a 16-second period – long period groundswell that will be lining up nicely for the reef, but the conditions are marginal for paddle surfing unless you’re skilled.
For the standout, I’d put my money on Tuesday, July 28 morning. Clean, glassy, 5.6ft west-southwest swell with a 13-second period – that’s the sweet spot. Big enough for a proper ride, long enough period for great shape, and no wind to mess it up.
Honourable mention: Saturday, August 1 afternoon and Sunday, August 2 morning are also solid, especially if you want a clean glassy session with a bit of energy.
Bear in mind, the big pulses around July 27 and August 5 are for
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Fri morning, min 13°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat afternoon, min 13°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | WSW 12 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 18 | WSW 10 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
865 | 774 | 434 | 201 | 861 | 1274 | 846 | 734 | 347 | 249 | 228 | 289 | 623 | 270 | 698 | 2191 | 1046 | 569 | 1026 | 384 | 367 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-on | glassy | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | glassy | cross | glassy |
High Tide | 4:42PM0.82m | 5:43AM1.10m | 6:06PM0.75m | 6:47AM1.13m | 7:27PM0.74m | 7:43AM1.18m | 8:26PM0.77m | 8:30AM1.25m | 9:09PM0.80m | 9:10AM1.31m | 9:46PM0.84m | 9:48AM1.37m | 10:19PM0.88m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 11:15AM0.46m | 10:48PM0.38m | 12:40PM0.44m | 11:48PM0.42m | 1:50PM0.39m | 00:49AM0.42m | 2:43PM0.32m | 1:43AM0.39m | 3:24PM0.26m | 2:29AM0.34m | 4:00PM0.20m | 3:09AM0.29m | 4:34PM0.16m | 3:46AM0.24m | |||||||
7:43 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:41 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | |
— | 6:01 | — | — | 6:01 | — | — | 6:02 | — | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:04 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 13 |
Feels °C | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | WSW 12 | W 11 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | WSW 13 | W 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | W 10 | WSW 13 | W 10 | WSW 12 |
865 | 774 | 434 | 201 | 861 | 1274 | 846 | 734 | 347 | 249 | 198 | 154 | 623 | 225 | 698 | 2191 | 1046 | 426 | 1026 | 332 | 367 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 19 | SW 18 | SW 21 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | SW 16 | WSW 13 | WSW 16 | NW 16 | SW 15 | WSW 14 | SSW 9 | WSW 13 | W 9 |
85 | 71 | 59 | 29 | 59 | 111 | 71 | 55 | 97 | 59 | 228 | 289 | 171 | 192 | 452 | 10 | 631 | 569 | 108 | 384 | 122 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 6 | SW 22 | SW 21 | SW 20 | SSW 10 | SSW 10 | SW 17 | SW 21 | SW 20 | WSW 16 | SW 9 | SW 16 | WSW 19 | WSW 18 | SW 9 | — | NW 16 | SSW 10 | NW 16 | SSW 9 | SSW 9 |
12 | 76 | 72 | 60 | 10 | 10 | 47 | 159 | 188 | 198 | 62 | 169 | 137 | 270 | 22 | — | 10 | 283 | 10 | 70 | 30 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 28 | 11 | 9 | 64 | 9 | 0 | 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.
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.










