
Surf Forecasts:
Ritoque surf forecast from 5 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 16s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 14s period, SW swell with 1,155 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 6AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 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 (Sep 06) at 6AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 1.3m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ritoque in the next 16 days are 1.7m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 12AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 12) at 9AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 6AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 6AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 4.5ft (1.3m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 12AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ritoque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s break it down in feet and miles.
We’re looking at Ritoque for the next 16 days, and honestly, it’s a bit of a mixed bag. The opening window is gonna be a tough one. The surf is there, but it’s not giving us much to work with. The first real chance to get wet is Saturday afternoon, the 5th of September. The swell is a solid 4 ft from the SW, with a long period of 18 seconds, so there’s plenty of energy in the water (combined energy of 1453). But the wind is a cross-on 12 mph, and that’s going to chop things up. The water is a touch warmer than normal at 58°, so that’s a small win. The waves will be marginal at best, so don’t expect any magic.
Sunday morning, the 6th, looks a bit better. The wind drops to 6 mph and is onshore, but the swell is a bit bigger at 5 ft, still from the SW with a period of 15 seconds. The energy is still high (1371). It’s still marginal, but the lighter wind might make it a bit more doable. The afternoon is similar, but the swell drops a touch.
The rest of the first week into the second week is a real struggle. From Monday the 7th through to Thursday the 10th, we’ve got a lot of cross-on winds and fairly weak, inconsistent swell. The energy levels drop off a cliff, down to 385 by Thursday morning. The waves are just not clean. It’s a lot of choppy, wind-blown stuff. Not worth rushing out for.
The standout, if you can call it that, is Saturday the 12th of September. The swell jumps to 8 ft from the SW, but the period is a short 7 seconds, and the wind is a fresh 19 mph cross-on. The energy is moderate (601), but it’s going to be lumpy and messy. This is strictly for experts only, and even then, it’s going to be a battle. The same goes for the afternoon of the 15th of September, where we see 7 ft from the SW with an 8-second period, cross-on at 9 mph. More energy (1000), but still messy.
The second week does offer a glimmer on Sunday the 20th of September. The morning shows 7 ft from the SW with a 9-second period, and the wind is onshore at 6 mph. That’s the most promising window we’ve seen in a while. The wind is light, so the waves might have some shape, but it’s still a gamble. The crowds are a possibility here, so don’t expect to have it to yourself.
For the best of the bunch, I’d steer you towards Sunday morning, the 20th of September. The swell is solid at 7 ft, the direction is SW, and the wind is light onshore. It’s not perfect, but it’s the cleanest option in the whole forecast. The rest of the time, it’s either too windy, too small, or too messy. If you’re a beginner, stay away from the bigger days like the 12th and 15th. The 8 ft and 8 ft days are for the experienced crew only.
So, overall, it’s a tough run. There are a lot of gaps where the surf is just not worth the paddle. Keep your eyes on the 20th, and hope the forecasts shift for the better.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Sat afternoon, min 9°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 14°C on Thu afternoon, min 9°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | ||||||||||||||
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 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 10 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
694 | 737 | 1125 | 813 | 1048 | 790 | 874 | 694 | 545 | 466 | 248 | 469 | 463 | 336 | 336 | 400 | 297 | 361 | 393 | 602 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross | on | on | glassy | on | cross-on | cross | on | on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | on | cross-on | cross |
High Tide | 5:22PM0.71m | 5:49AM1.23m | 6:58PM0.76m | 7:04AM1.32m | 8:00PM0.86m | 8:02AM1.41m | 8:46PM0.97m | 8:51AM1.47m | 9:27PM1.07m | 9:34AM1.49m | 10:05PM1.17m | 10:14AM1.47m | 10:41PM1.25m | |||||||
Low Tide | 10:43PM0.42m | 1:09PM0.26m | 1:15AM0.37m | 2:05PM0.16m | 1:24AM0.28m | 2:49PM0.07m | 2:21AM0.18m | 3:28PM0.00m | 3:10AM0.10m | 4:03PM-0.03m | 3:55AM0.05m | 4:36PM-0.03m | 4:39AM0.04m | |||||||
— | — | 7:56 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | |
6:30 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:31 | — | — | 7:32 | — | — | 7:34 | — | — | 7:34 | — | — | 7:35 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 |
Feels °C | 12 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 8 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | SW 9 | SW 15 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 10 |
694 | 300 | 1125 | 813 | 1048 | 790 | 874 | 694 | 545 | 466 | 248 | 469 | 463 | 336 | 336 | 400 | 297 | 361 | 393 | 602 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 12 | SW 16 | SW 9 | SW 9 | — | — | — | WSW 20 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 6 | SW 6 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 11 | SW 5 | NW 12 | NW 12 | SW 18 |
236 | 737 | 246 | 176 | — | — | — | 37 | 150 | 79 | 203 | 36 | 47 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 16 | 5 | 5 | 13 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 13 | SW 6 | NW 13 | NW 12 | NW 12 | — | — | NW 11 | SW 21 | SW 20 | NW 12 |
— | 205 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | 20 | 6 | 6 | 6 | — | — | 5 | 17 | 15 | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSW 3 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 5 | — | — | SSW 3 | SSW 4 |
523 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | 43 | 43 | 34 | — | — | 4 | 22 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 325 | 9 | 124 | 358 | 0 | 124 | 494 | 9 | 124 | 399 | 0 | 9 | 178 | 9 | 64 | 494 | 0 | 10 | 494 | 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.
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