Ritoque Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.83° S 71.53° W

Ritoque Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 7 am 12 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ritoque sea temperature is
12.5° C
1.1° 

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


Ritoque surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 13 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 16s period, WSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, WSW swell with 4,061 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 12 Jul, 8PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 12s period with SSW 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 12) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 12s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m and 15s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 5s 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 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be glassy at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 4.5m 10s period and expected on Friday (Jul 17) at 5PM.

Wave TypeTime (-04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 8PM (Sun 12th Jul)3ft (0.9m) 12s
Best Surf 8PM (Mon 13th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 16s
Most Powerful 2AM (Tue 14th Jul)10ft (3.0m) 14s

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


G’day, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s on offer at Ritoque over the next couple of weeks. The water’s sitting at 55°, and that’s a bit colder than what we’d normally expect for this time of year – good to have a decent steamer ready.

The first few days aren’t really worth paddling out for. Sunday and Monday have some swell, but the wind is cross-on, and the conditions are just marginal. You’ll be fighting little wind ripples, and the wave quality isn’t going to turn your head. Nothing to get excited about.

Tuesday July 14th has some real size – 10ft swell from the WSW with a 13-second period, and the combined energy is strong (2723). But here’s the thing: that’s too big for this break. It’s a beach-and-reef setup, and with that much power, it’s going to be a washing machine. Unless you’re a kite surfer, you’re better off sitting this one out.

Wednesday July 15th afternoon is a wee standout. The swell drops to 4ft from the SW, period 10 seconds, and the wind goes glassy. That’s clean, smooth conditions, and the combined energy is moderate (473). Not a huge day, but if you’re after a fun, cruisy session, this is the moment.

Friday July 17th morning brings a bit more punch. 6ft from the W with a 12-second period, and it’s cross-offshore with clean conditions. The combined energy is strong (1177). This is excellent for experienced surfers – the waves will have some shape and power, and the wind is cleaning them right up. Heavy rain, but who cares when the surf’s this good?

Saturday July 18th morning is also looking tidy. 5ft from the WNW, 10-second period, cross-offshore and clean. Combined energy is moderate (937). Another solid option for a quiet paddle.

The following Sunday July 19th, be careful. The swell jumps to 10ft in the morning and 12ft in the afternoon from the NW, with a short period of 8-9 seconds. The wind is glassy in the afternoon, but the size is way too big for this spot. Only for experts, and even then, it’s going to be a handful.

The middle of the next week, from Monday July 20th through Thursday July 23rd, is mostly messy. Strong winds, big swell, and poor conditions. The swell is either too big or the wind is chopping it up. Not worth the drive.

Friday July 24th is a true gem. Morning and afternoon both have 6ft swell from the WSW and W, with glassy conditions. Combined energy is strong (1048 and 1037). This is excellent for experienced surfers – clean, powerful, and the wind is dead calm. This is the best on offer in the whole outlook.

Saturday July 25th is a step down. 8ft and 7ft from the W with cross-on wind. Marginal, but still surfable if you’re keen.

Sunday July 26th afternoon is a small glassy session. 4ft from the W, 10-second period, combined energy 304. Good for a longboard or a fun board.

And Monday July 27th morning wraps it up nicely. 6ft from the W with an 11-second period, cross-offshore and clean. Combined energy 1201. Excellent for experienced surfers.

So, the two standouts: Wednesday July 15th afternoon for a clean, glassy, smaller session, and Friday July 24th for the best quality, clean, powerful waves. Get out there.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Sun morning, min 13°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Heavy rain (total 127mm), heaviest during Fri afternoon. Very mild (max 15°C on Wed morning, min 11°C on Fri afternoon). Winds increasing (calm on Wed afternoon, near gales from the N by Thu night).

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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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SSW
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2.5
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16
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WNW
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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2084
3256
4061
2723
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1430
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276
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145
2952
880
972
512
482
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Wind (km/h)
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WSW
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SW
10
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10
NNW
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High Tide
8:16AM1.45m
8:56PM0.87m
9:11AM1.56m
9:51PM0.91m
10:03AM1.63m
10:41PM0.96m
10:52AM1.66m
11:29PM0.99m
11:39AM1.63m
00:17AM1.03m
12:25PM1.55m
1:04AM1.05m
1:10PM1.42m
1:53AM1.06m
Low Tide
3:12PM0.12m
2:25AM0.18m
4:04PM0.03m
3:20AM0.13m
4:52PM-0.03m
4:12AM0.08m
5:39PM-0.06m
5:02AM0.07m
6:23PM-0.05m
5:53AM0.10m
7:05PM-0.01m
6:45AM0.16m
7:47PM0.05m
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Temp °C
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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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