Surf Forecasts:
Ritoque surf forecast from 27 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, WSW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 27 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period, WSW swell with 3,045 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 13s period with WSW 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 Monday (Jul 27) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 11s. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Ritoque in the next 16 days are 3.0m 13s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.0m 4s period and expected on Friday (Jul 31) at 11AM.
| Wave Type | Time (-04) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 10ft (3.0m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Ritoque over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
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Alright, alright, let's have a look at what's cooking. The main event is Ritoque, and it's a bit of a mixed bag, but there are some moments of pure magic if you're willing to pick your sessions.
The week kicks off with a bit of a messy start. Monday the 27th is a write-off with rain and cross-shore winds messing up the 5ft to 6ft swell. The wave energy is moderate, but it's not worth paddling out for.
Then, Tuesday the 28th is where it gets good. The morning is the standout of the entire forecast. The wind goes glassy, dead calm, and we've got a solid 8ft groundswell from the WSW with a 12-second period. The combined energy is strong (1615). This is clean, powerful surf for the experienced crew. The afternoon holds up with glassy 7ft waves, too. The water is sitting at 57°, which is about average for this time of year, so nothing crazy there.
Wednesday the 29th is a tale of two halves. The morning is glassy with a clean 4ft swell – a great option for the intermediate surfer, but the afternoon turns onshore and messy. Thursday the 30th drops right off, with small, weak swell.
Friday the 31st is a complete no-go. Heavy rain and strong winds make for a messy, choppy 7ft mess. Not your day.
Now, for the weekend. Saturday the 1st of August is a great little window. Glassy conditions both morning and afternoon with a clean 4ft to 5ft SW swell. The energy is moderate (870), but it'll be clean and fun for everyone. Sunday the 2nd is small but clean, with small friendly waves.
The next week has a few more gems. Monday the 3rd of August has a glassy morning with a 5ft swell – a solid session. But the real highlight for the second week is Tuesday the 4th of August. The morning is glassy with a 5ft, *very* long-period groundswell (14 seconds). The energy is strong (1452). This is where the long period, straight-breaking waves at the beach might be a bit tricky, but on a good sandbank, it will be incredible. It's a promising one, but being a week out, don't hold your breath.
After that, we get into some serious size. From the 7th of August onwards, the swell just keeps building. By the 8th, we're looking at 10ft+ waves, and by the 11th, we're up to 12ft swells with a massive combined energy of 4485. This is huge, powerful, and strictly for experts only. The winds are favorable, but the size will be intimidating for most.
So, the plan is simple: If you're a solid surfer, make the most of Tuesday the 28th of July. That's your best bet. If you're looking for something smaller but still clean, Saturday the 1st of August is your day. The second week has potential, but it's a long way out.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Wed night, min 14°C on Mon afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 16mm), heaviest on Fri afternoon. Very mild (max 16°C on Thu night, min 12°C on Fri afternoon). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | |||||||||||||||
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) | W 10 | W 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | W 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 12 | W 11 | WNW 10 | W 12 | W 11 | W 10 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 10 | W 8 | W 9 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 520 | 879 | 2668 | 1590 | 1146 | 723 | 478 | 376 | 198 | 189 | 467 | 692 | 1355 | 1004 | 603 | 520 | 524 | 334 | 139 | 90 | 264 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross | glassy | glassy | cross | glassy | on | glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | glassy | glassy | glassy | cross-off | glassy | glassy |
High Tide | 9:10AM1.31m | 9:46PM0.84m | 9:48AM1.37m | 10:19PM0.88m | 10:22AM1.41m | 10:51PM0.91m | 10:55AM1.42m | 11:23PM0.94m | 11:27AM1.41m | 11:56PM0.97m | 11:58AM1.36m | 00:29AM1.01m | 12:30PM1.29m | 1:05AM1.04m | |||||||
Low Tide | 4:00PM0.20m | 3:09AM0.29m | 4:34PM0.16m | 3:46AM0.24m | 5:05PM0.12m | 4:21AM0.21m | 5:35PM0.10m | 4:56AM0.20m | 6:04PM0.10m | 5:32AM0.21m | 6:32PM0.12m | 6:09AM0.24m | 7:00PM0.14m | ||||||||
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 | 7:39 | — | — | 7:39 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:37 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — | 7:35 | — | — |
 | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:06 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:08 | — |
mm | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 15 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 15 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 16 |
Feels °C | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 14 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 12 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | W 12 | WSW 12 | WSW 11 | WSW 11 | WSW 12 | W 11 | SW 11 | W 12 | W 11 | W 10 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 10 | W 8 | W 9 |
| kJ | 520 | 879 | 2668 | 1590 | 1146 | 723 | 478 | 376 | 198 | 189 | 467 | 58 | 1355 | 1004 | 603 | 520 | 524 | 334 | 139 | 88 | 264 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 15 | WSW 14 | SW 11 | SW 10 | — | SW 9 | SSW 8 | SSW 8 | WSW 13 | SSW 8 | SSW 7 | WSW 17 | — | WSW 16 | SW 14 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | SW 9 | SSW 9 |
| kJ | 334 | 594 | 29 | 25 | — | 81 | 45 | 41 | 114 | 11 | 5 | 30 | — | 51 | 162 | 268 | 189 | 125 | 64 | 90 | 31 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | NW 16 | — | — | NW 15 | SW 15 | NW 15 | SSW 8 | SW 15 | SW 12 | WSW 17 | — | — | — | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WSW 13 | WSW 13 | WSW 12 | SW 20 |
| kJ | 55 | 79 | 10 | — | — | 8 | 56 | 8 | 26 | 8 | 6 | 29 | — | — | — | 82 | 65 | 101 | 95 | 59 | 15 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNE 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | N 3 | WNW 10 | SSE 4 | N 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 692 | 34 | 36 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 11 | 11 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 11 | 16 | 0 | 178 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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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).
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