Ritoque Surf Break

Ritoque Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Lat Long: 32.83° S 71.53° W

Issued: 1 pm 06 Jul 2026 (local time)

Forecast update in  hr  min

Today's Ritoque sea temperature is
12.6° C

1.1°C colder than average for this time of year

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


Ritoque surf forecast from 7 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 6 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s period, SW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 8 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 14s period, WSW swell with 2,613 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 6 Jul, 11PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 14s 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 Monday (Jul 06) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 14s period with a secondary swell of 0.8m and 5s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ritoque in the next 16 days are 2.5m 14s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 08) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (-04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Mon 6th Jul)5ft (1.6m) 14s
Best Surf11PM (Mon 6th Jul)5ft (1.6m) 14s
Most Powerful11PM (Wed 8th Jul)8ft (2.5m) 14s

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


Updates in  hr  min  s Forecast update imminent

Alright, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's coming down the line.

Alright, so the next couple of weeks are a bit of a mixed bag here at Ritoque. There's plenty of swell on the cards, but the wind and size are going to be the real deciding factors on whether it's worth paddling out. The water's currently sitting at 55°, which is a bit colder than what we'd normally expect for this time of year – you'll want the 4/3 for sure.

We start off the week with some solid swell rolling in. Monday the 6th has a 6ft SW swell with a long 15-second period, but it's coming in with a light cross-onshore breeze, so it's not looking clean. The combined energy is strong (1345). It's going to be a bit lumpy and a bit of a fight. Tuesday the 7th drops back to 4ft, but the wind stays messy, so it's not really worth getting too excited about.

The first real standout in the forecast is Thursday afternoon, the 9th of July. We get a 6ft SW swell, 14-second period, but the magic is in the wind – it's going glassy. The combined energy is very strong (1829). That's going to be clean, lined-up, and a whole lot more fun. This one is for the experienced crew though, as the wave energy is solid. The next morning, Friday the 10th, is also looking glassy early with a 5ft SW swell, so if you miss Thursday evening, get up early for that one.

The following week has some big numbers. Tuesday the 14th sees a massive 12ft WSW swell rolling in. Combined energy is huge (4414). The wind is glassy in the morning, which sounds amazing, but 12ft is going to be way too much for this break – that's expert-only territory and even then, it's going to be a washing machine. Don't even think about it if you're not comfortable in big, powerful surf.

Later in the week, Wednesday morning the 15th looks promising with a 8ft SW swell and glassy conditions. That's still a powerful 11-second period, but the combined energy is strong (1264). It'll be a challenge for the experienced. After that, things get a bit more wind-affected and the quality drops off. There’s a nasty stretch from the 18th through the 21st with strong winds and big, messy swell. Sunday the 19th has a 8ft swell but with rain and a 19 mph onshore wind, it'll be a complete write-off.

If you want the best window, it's Thursday afternoon the 9th through Friday morning the 10th. That's the clean, glassy period with solid, rideable swell. Otherwise, it’s a waiting game or for the brave lads on the big days.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Mon afternoon). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri afternoon, min 14°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Mon
6
Tuesday
7
Wednesday
8
Thursday
9
Friday
10
Saturday
11
Sunday
12
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
PM
Night
AM
Rating
(10 max)
2
3
2
1
4
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
0
2
2
1
2
2
1
2
3
Swell
Height Map
Height Map
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Height Map
Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.8
SW
15
1.4
SW
14
1.2
SW
14
1.2
SW
15
1.5
SW
17
1.6
SW
16
1.6
SW
15
1.9
SW
14
1.6
SW
13
1.7
SW
14
1.7
SSW
14
1.4
SW
13
1.3
SSW
13
1.2
SW
13
1.3
SSW
14
1.3
SSW
14
1.3
SSW
13
1.2
SW
13
1.2
SW
12
1.2
SW
13
1.2
SW
13
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
1325
810
598
606
1223
1265
1123
1423
834
1154
1080
732
581
486
663
682
590
501
456
494
501
Wind (km/h)
10
SW
10
SE
5
SW
15
SW
5
WSW
10
SW
10
SSW
10
S
10
SW
5
SW
5
SSE
5
S
15
SSW
10
S
10
SW
15
SW
10
SSW
10
SSW
10
SW
5
SW
0
WNW
Wind State
cross-on
cross-off
cross-on
cross-on
glassy
cross-on
cross
cross
cross-on
glassy
glassy
glassy
cross-on
cross
cross-on
cross-on
cross
cross-on
cross-on
cross-on
glassy
High Tide
2:16PM1.13m
3:17AM0.96m
3:03PM1.04m
4:12AM1.02m
4:02PM0.94m
5:13AM1.11m
5:17PM0.87m
6:16AM1.21m
6:38PM0.83m
7:18AM1.33m
7:53PM0.84m
8:16AM1.45m
8:56PM0.87m
9:11AM1.56m
Low Tide
8:58PM0.24m
9:01AM0.45m
9:39PM0.26m
10:19AM0.47m
10:28PM0.28m
11:46AM0.43m
11:25PM0.29m
1:06PM0.34m
00:26AM0.28m
2:14PM0.23m
1:28AM0.24m
3:12PM0.12m
2:25AM0.18m
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<span class="translation_missing" title="translation missing: en.weather_tables.sunrise">Sunrise</span>
7:48
7:48
7:48
7:48
7:47
7:47
7:47
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5:52
5:52
5:53
5:53
5:54
5:54
5:55
5:55
 mm
Temp °C
16
15
16
16
15
16
17
17
18
18
17
18
19
17
15
16
14
16
16
16
15
Feels °C
13
13
12
13
12
13
14
14
14
15
15
16
16
16
13
13
12
14
13
15
14
Swell 1
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
1.8
SW
15
1.4
SW
14
1.2
SW
14
1.2
SW
15
1.5
SW
17
1.6
SW
16
1.6
SW
15
1.9
SW
14
1.7
W
12
1.7
SW
14
1.7
SSW
14
1.4
SW
13
1.3
SSW
13
1.3
WSW
11
1.3
SSW
14
1.3
SSW
14
1.3
SSW
13
1.2
SW
13
1.2
SW
12
1.2
SW
13
1.2
SW
13
Energy kJ
1325
810
598
606
1223
1265
1123
1423
786
1154
1080
732
581
366
663
682
590
501
456
494
501
Swell 2
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.3
WSW
14
0.8
WSW
13
1.3
WSW
12
1.4
WSW
11
1.6
WSW
11
1.7
WSW
12
1.6
SW
13
1.6
W
11
1.4
W
12
1.3
W
11
1.2
W
11
1.2
SW
13
1.3
WSW
11
0.1
NW
16
0.8
W
10
0.7
W
9
0.6
W
9
0.6
W
9
0.5
W
8
Energy kJ
40
236
486
486
572
876
834
675
511
411
350
486
353
10
122
83
56
55
35
Swell 3
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.6
SSW
4
0.4
SSW
17
0.2
SSW
18
0.1
NW
12
0.1
NW
11
0.1
NW
11
0.1
W
15
0.1
NW
15
Energy kJ
12
113
30
6
5
5
4
9
Wind waves
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.7
SW
4
0.8
SW
5
0.8
SW
5
0.7
SW
4
0.7
SSW
4
0.7
SSW
4
1.2
WSW
10
0.8
SW
5
0.6
SW
5
0.8
SSW
4
0.7
SW
4
0.5
SW
4
Energy kJ
20
29
26
19
13
11
281
32
22
22
21
7
Nearest Offshore or Glassy
Rating
(10 max)
4
3
2
2
4
4
4
4
3
4
4
4
3
3
2
2
3
2
3
2
3
Distance (km)
178
0
9
64
0
28
9
9
22
0
0
0
9
9
22
420
9
9
379
9
0
Best forecast wave conditions in Santiago
Rating
(10 max)
4
3
3
4
4
4
5
4
4
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
Best forecast wave conditions in Chile
Rating
(10 max)
4
4
4
4
4
4
6
5
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
3
Header Global
Rating
(10 max)
7
5
5
9
8
9
7
7
6
6
6
5
5
4
5
5
4
9
7
5
7
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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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