huntington beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:07pm

Swell

1ft

14s

Cross wind

Cross

5mph

5mph

Rising tide

High

02:03am

Weather

14°C

15°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 20 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 14s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 12s	15°C
	1ft 14s		Cross 11mph 11mph	Flat	16°C
	1ft 14s		Cross 12mph 14mph	Flat	16°C
	1ft 14s		Cross 10mph 12mph	Flat	15°C
	1ft 13s	0-1ft 18s	Cross 7mph 8mph	0-1ft 18s	15°C
	1ft 5s	1ft 15s	On 6mph 6mph	1ft 15s	14°C
	1ft 5s	1ft 13s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 13s	14°C
	1ft 13s	1ft 5s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 5s	14°C

Today 21 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 12s	1ft 17s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 17s	15°C
	1ft 5s	1ft 14s	On 4mph 5mph	1ft 14s	15°C
	1ft 5s	1ft 13s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 13s	15°C

Tommorrow 22 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 16s	1ft 12s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 12s	15°C
	1ft 18s	1ft 15s	On 4mph 4mph	1ft 15s	15°C
	1ft 16s	1ft 17s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 17s	14°C

Wednesday 23 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 17s	1ft 6s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 6s	15°C
	1ft 15s	1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 6s	14°C
	1ft 6s	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 15s	14°C

Thursday 24 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 14s	1ft 7s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 7s	15°C
	1-2ft 6s	1ft 14s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 14s	14°C
	2ft 6s	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 15s	14°C

Friday 25 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 8s	1ft 14s	On 6mph 6mph	1ft 14s	16°C
	1ft 13s	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 9s	15°C
	1-2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 14s	15°C

Saturday 26 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 18s	1ft 8s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 8s	17°C
	1ft 17s	1ft 7s	On 4mph 4mph	1ft 7s	16°C
	1ft 17s	1ft 7s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 7s	16°C

Sunday 27 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 16s	1ft 20s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 20s	17°C
	2ft 16s	1ft 19s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 19s	17°C
	2ft 16s	2ft 19s	On 3mph 3mph	2ft 19s	17°C

Monday 28 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 18s	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 15s	18°C
	2ft 17s	1ft 14s	On 5mph 6mph	1ft 14s	17°C
	2ft 17s	1ft 14s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 14s	17°C

Location guide

Surfing conditions in Huntington Beach, United States, a city known as “Surf City USA,” are both coveted and distinctive. This iconic location garners its well-deserved acclaim due to the consistency of its waves and the unique makeup of its underwater topography. The surf breaks offer waves for all levels of experience, making it a paradise not just for professionals but beginners as well. The waters at Huntington Beach are influenced by oceanic swells creating a water playground that offers rides on relatively large and powerful waves, particularly at the city's iconic Huntington Pier. These swells are typically the most consistent during the summer; however, winter storms can also generate some prodigious surf. Factors such as wind, tide and swell direction significantly affect wave conditions. Morning sees lighter wind, leaving the surface glassy; it's often the most coveted time for surfers. In the afternoon, onshore winds may cause the waves to be choppier and less predictable. The tide, varying from low to high, subtly changes the wave forms making the surfing experience diverse within a single day. Underneath the waves, deep troughs, sandbars, and the acclaimed Pier itself contribute to the local wave dynamics. These formations aid in amplifying wave size and maintaining their shape, culminating in the beautiful, predictable break surfers adore. Low tide at Huntington Beach reveals a prominent sandbar which creates slower, crumbling waves ideal for beginners to practice on. Conversely, high tide conceals the sandbars and allows the waves to break closer to shore. The result is a quicker, more formidable wave relished by experienced surfers. In sum, Huntington Beach offers a superb surfing landscape. Its optimal location and unique underwater topography combined with changing conditions throughout the day, create a variety of exhilarating wave experiences. True to its nickname, Surf City USA provides wave-seekers of every skill level with high chances of finding their perfect ride.

Last updated: 20/04/25 12:00am

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