Ritoque Surf Break

Lat Long: 32.83° S 71.53° W

Ritoque Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Ritoque sea temperature is
13.9°C
0.7° 

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


Ritoque surf forecast from 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 27 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 14s period, WSW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 27 Aug, 2PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 15s period, WSW swell with 5,292 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 23 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 7s 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 (Aug 23) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 10s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Ritoque in the next 16 days are 3.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 27) at 2PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (-04) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Sun 23rd Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 7s
Best Surf 8AM (Thu 27th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 14s
Most Powerful 2PM (Thu 27th Aug)11ft (3.5m) 15s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, mate, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s coming down the line for Ritoque.

First thing you’ll notice is a bit of a slow start. We’ve got some small, weak energy from Sunday the 23rd through Tuesday the 25th, with combined swell energy sitting between 152 and 279 (moderate wave energy). The water is sitting at 57°, which is about normal for this time of year. Nothing to write home about. Monday morning the 24th sees a clean 2ft SSW swell with a 13-second period and offshore east wind at 6 mph, which is a nice little window for a longboard or a fish, but it’s very ordinary. Tuesday morning the 25th goes glassy with a 2ft WSW groundswell at 15 seconds, but the energy is still low. It’s a quiet start.

The real action starts to build later in the week. Wednesday the 26th afternoon sees the energy jump to 641 (moderate wave energy) with a 5ft WSW swell, but the wind goes cross-shore and it’s a bit messy. Thursday the 27th is a beast, but it’s a problem. We’ve got a massive 12ft WSW groundswell, with a 14-second period, and the combined energy is a whopping 5277 (very strong wave energy). The wind is glassy offshore in the morning, but the swell is simply too big for this break. It’s an expert-only day, and even then, it’s borderline. This is not a beginner’s session.

Friday the 28th is the standout. Morning glassy conditions with an 8ft WSW swell, 14-second period, and the combined energy is 2188 (strong wave energy). The wind is light and offshore, making for clean, powerful waves. This is excellent for experienced surfers, but at 8ft, it’s pushing into expert territory. The crowds are sometimes an issue here, so keep that in mind if you’re heading out. The swell direction is SW, which is right on the money for the optimum here.

Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th drop off a bit. Swell backs down to 5ft to 8ft, and the wind gets a bit cross-onshore, making conditions less than perfect. By Sunday afternoon the 30th, it goes glassy again with a 5ft WSW swell at 11 seconds, and the energy is down to 493 (moderate wave energy). It’s a good, clean but small option.

The following week is a mixed bag. Monday the 31st has a clean morning with 6ft WSW swell, but the wind is cross-shore. Tuesday the 1st of September is a write-off with strong onshore winds. Wednesday the 2nd shows a promising 4ft WSW groundswell with a 14-second period, but the wind is cross-onshore and building. Friday the 4th has a solid 8ft WSW swell at 15 seconds, but the wind is a problem.

The best bet in the second week is Saturday the 5th of September. Morning glass, a 7ft WSW groundswell at 13 seconds, and combined energy of 1555 (strong wave energy). That’s clean, powerful, and for experienced surfers only. Again, crowds can be likely.

So, if you’re picking one session, make it Friday the 28th of August morning. That’s the standout. The Saturday the 5th of September morning is a solid backup, but it’s a week and a half away, so keep an eye on it.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Tue afternoon, min 11°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 15°C on Wed afternoon, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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14
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2.4
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2.3
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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142
129
144
123
268
336
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334
1096
5277
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2180
2211
1935
1652
1310
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Wind (km/h)
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N
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WNW
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W
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10
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High Tide
8:16PM0.76m
8:09AM1.21m
8:52PM0.82m
8:48AM1.29m
9:22PM0.88m
9:22AM1.35m
9:51PM0.95m
9:54AM1.39m
10:20PM1.01m
10:25AM1.40m
10:50PM1.08m
10:56AM1.38m
11:21PM1.14m
Low Tide
2:26PM0.32m
1:26AM0.42m
3:02PM0.25m
2:12AM0.34m
3:33PM0.18m
2:50AM0.27m
4:01PM0.13m
3:26AM0.21m
4:27PM0.09m
4:01AM0.16m
4:53PM0.07m
4:37AM0.14m
5:19PM0.07m
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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.

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