
Surf Forecasts:
Ritoque surf forecast from 10 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 14 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 16s period, SW swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 14 Sep, 3PM (local time) - 5ft (1.5m), 14s period, WSW swell with 838 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 10 Sep, 12AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 13s 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 Thursday (Sep 10) at 12AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 12s. Another secondary swell of 0.8m and 4s is also forecast. 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 1.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 14) at 3PM. 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+) | 12AM (Thu 10th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 12AM (Mon 14th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 3PM (Mon 14th Sep) | 5ft (1.5m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ritoque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into what’s happening at Ritoque over the next couple of weeks.
We’ve got a couple of standout windows, but you’ll need to be patient and pick your moments. The water is sitting at 58°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that’s a nice little bonus.
First up, Thursday morning (September 10th) is a solid shout. We’re looking at clean 3ft swell from the SW, with a 13-second period, and the wind is glassy. That’s a real treat – the ocean will be smooth as butter. The combined energy is moderate at 368. It’s not going to be huge, but it’ll be fun and clean.
Then, Friday morning (September 11th) is also worth a look. The swell is similar at 3ft from the SW, with a 12-second period, and the wind is a light cross-off, keeping things clean. The energy is a bit less at 304, but the conditions are right for a good session.
The real standout, though, is Sunday morning (September 13th). We’ve got a 5ft SW swell with a 9-second period, combined energy of 657, and glassy conditions. The wind is light from the east, which is offshore for this spot. This is the best call of the forecast – clean, punchy waves, and the size is in that sweet spot for intermediates. The crowd factor is "sometimes", so expect a few others with the same idea, but it’s worth it.
Monday morning (September 14th) is also very good. A 4ft SW swell, 15-second period (longer period groundswell, so it’ll have more punch and better shape, though at a beach break it might be a bit lined up), and clean cross-off wind. The energy is high at 992, so you’ll feel the power.
After that, things get a bit shakier. The afternoons bring onshore wind and chop, and the mornings are often too small or wind-affected. We’ve got a big gap of several days with no solid recommendations. You’ll see a few clean mornings, like Wednesday September 16th with a small 3ft glassy swell, but it’s tiny. The real action picks up again on Saturday September 19th morning, with a 7ft SW swell, but it’s crossed-up and the wind is cross-shore, so it’s more of a challenge than a treat. That’s a size that’s only for experienced surfers, too.
The last clear window looks like Wednesday morning September 23rd, with a 3ft clean cross-off, and then Thursday morning September 24th with glassy conditions and a 3ft swell. Both are small but clean.
So, to sum it up: the best on offer is Sunday morning September 13th, with Saturday and Monday mornings as solid backups. The long-range stuff is promising but less certain. Keep an eye on the wind, because the afternoons are mostly a write-off.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Fri afternoon, min 11°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Tue morning, min 11°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Wed 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | Monday 14 | Tuesday 15 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | WSW 12 | SW 7 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 12 |
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521 | 400 | 336 | 400 | 321 | 282 | 336 | 270 | 545 | 482 | 208 | 336 | 449 | 595 | 631 | 838 | 520 | 444 | 388 | 251 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | glassy | glassy | on | off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 10:27PM1.07m | 10:34AM1.49m | 11:05PM1.17m | 11:14AM1.47m | 11:41PM1.25m | 11:52AM1.39m | 00:16AM1.30m | 12:29PM1.29m | 00:51AM1.31m | 1:06PM1.16m | 1:27AM1.29m | 1:43PM1.02m | 2:05AM1.24m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:28PM0.00m | 4:10AM0.10m | 5:03PM-0.03m | 4:55AM0.05m | 5:36PM-0.03m | 5:39AM0.04m | 6:07PM0.01m | 6:22AM0.07m | 6:37PM0.07m | 7:04AM0.12m | 7:06PM0.15m | 7:49AM0.21m | 7:36PM0.25m | |||||||
— | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:48 | — | — | 7:47 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | |
7:32 | — | — | 7:34 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:36 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 12 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 15 |
Feels °C | 9 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 14 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 14 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 13 | SW 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 10 | SW 18 | WSW 16 | SW 8 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 8 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | SW 13 | WSW 12 |
521 | 400 | 336 | 400 | 321 | 282 | 336 | 270 | 48 | 26 | 208 | 336 | 304 | 262 | 244 | 838 | 520 | 444 | 388 | 251 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 11 | SSW 5 | NW 12 | SW 19 | NW 12 | SW 21 | SW 10 | SW 18 | SW 18 | SW 16 | SW 15 | — | NW 11 | NW 12 | NW 12 | W 11 |
6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 5 | 14 | 5 | 18 | 142 | 275 | 449 | 595 | 631 | — | 5 | 6 | 6 | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | NW 12 | — | W 13 | NW 11 | SW 20 | NW 12 | NW 12 | NW 12 | SW 20 | W 16 | W 15 | W 14 | W 13 | — | NW 11 | — | — | NW 12 |
— | — | 6 | — | 4 | 5 | 16 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 100 | 46 | 116 | 184 | 117 | — | 5 | — | — | 6 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 5 | SSW 4 | SW 5 | SW 5 | SW 5 | — | SSW 5 | SW 7 | SW 8 | SW 8 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 8 | SW 8 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 |
13 | 19 | 20 | 30 | 19 | — | 42 | 248 | 545 | 482 | — | — | — | — | — | 187 | 177 | 176 | 194 | 188 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 70 | 0 | 0 | 494 | 0 | 0 | 420 | 9 | 9 | 358 | 0 | 0 | 494 | 0 | 0 | 70 | 9 | 9 | 70 | 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.










