
Surf Forecasts:
Ritoque surf forecast from 9 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 into it for Ritoque. We’ve got a solid run of surf over the next 16 days, but you’ve gotta be patient and pick your moments. The water is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year at 58°, which is a nice little bonus.
The window kicks off on Wednesday, September 9th, with a clean 4 ft SW swell rolling in. The morning is the pick with a light cross-offshore breeze keeping things tidy. Combined wave energy is moderate (448). By the afternoon, the wind swings onshore and it gets a bit messy, so make sure you get out early.
Thursday the 10th is a pure glass-off in the morning. That 3 ft SW swell with a nice 13-second period and zero wind is about as good as it gets for a smaller day. The water will be like a mirror. Thursday afternoon, the onshore wind comes back, so it’s a morning-only mission.
Friday the 11th morning is another clean one, with a 3 ft SW swell (12 seconds) and a light cross-offshore breeze. Pretty fun. Saturday the 12th sees a jump in size to 7 ft, but the period drops to 8 seconds, making it a bit crumbly and less powerful. The morning is rideable with a light cross-shore, but it’s not the best of the week.
Now, here’s the standout. Sunday the 13th morning. The swell is 5 ft from the SW, but it’s the conditions that make it special. You’ve got a light offshore breeze from the East, clean lines, and the wave energy is strong (649). This is a morning for the intermediate crew to get after it. Sunday afternoon, the wind goes straight onshore and the swell shifts to a very long period 18-second groundswell, which can be tricky at a beach break like Ritoque – it might break too straight.
Monday the 14th morning is another absolute gem. Glassy conditions, 4 ft SW swell with a 15-second period, and the energy is peaking at a very strong 999. This is a proper groundswell with shape. Get it while it’s clean.
The following week, from the 15th through the 17th, the surf stays in the 2 ft to 4 ft range with mostly clean mornings. Keep an eye on Tuesday the 15th morning – glassy 4 ft WSW swell. Nice.
The real fireworks show up the week after. Saturday the 19th sees a serious pulse of 7 ft SW swell, but it’s onshore wind all day. The wave energy is very strong (1174), but it’s going to be a washing machine. This is more of a kite-surfing setup than anything else.
Then, on Thursday the 24th morning, we get a final treat. A glassy 6 ft W swell with a 10-second period arrives. The wave energy is strong (740), and with the wind completely off, this could be a proper session. It’s far out, so keep an eye on the forecasts, but it’s promising.
So, the best on offer? Sunday the 13th morning for the clean offshore wind and strong energy, and Monday the 14th morning for the glassy, long-period groundswell. Don’t sleep on them.
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 | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
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.










