rosies bay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
05:53pm

Swell

4ft

8s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

15mph

16mph

Falling tide

Low

01:30am

Weather

10°C

11°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 11 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 15mph 16mph	1ft 14s	10°C 0.18mm/h
	4ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 11mph 14mph	1ft 14s	10°C 0.11mm/h
	4ft 8s	1ft 11s	Cross 5mph 8mph	1ft 11s	10°C 0.08mm/h
	3-4ft 8s	1ft 11s	Cross 2mph 3mph	1ft 11s	10°C
	3ft 8s	1ft 11s	On 8mph 8mph	1ft 11s	10°C
	2-3ft 7s	2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 13mph	2ft 9s	11°C
	3ft 8s	1ft 10s	Cross 6mph 8mph	1ft 10s	10°C
	3-4ft 8s	1ft 15s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 15s	10°C

Today 12 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5-6ft 8s	1-2ft 8s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1-2ft 8s	11°C
	6ft 9s	2ft 8s	On 4mph 4mph	2ft 8s	11°C
	7ft 9s	2ft 14s	Cross 7mph 8mph	2ft 14s	11°C

Tommorrow 13 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	6ft 9s	1ft 17s	On 14mph 14mph	1ft 17s	11°C
	7ft 8s	1ft 17s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 17s	11°C
	6-7ft 8s	1ft 16s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 16s	11°C

Wednesday 14 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 13s	1ft 16s	On 23mph 23mph	1ft 16s	10°C
	2ft 12s	1ft 15s	On 22mph 22mph	1ft 15s	10°C
	3ft 12s	1ft 15s	On 20mph 21mph	1ft 15s	10°C

Thursday 15 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 11s	1ft 14s	Cross 20mph 21mph	1ft 14s	10°C 0.38mm/h
	2-3ft 10s	1-2ft 14s	Cross 20mph 21mph	1-2ft 14s	10°C 0.65mm/h
	2ft 7s	2ft 11s	Cross 21mph 24mph	2ft 11s	10°C 1mm/h

Friday 16 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5ft 10s	1-2ft 5s	On 9mph 10mph	1-2ft 5s	11°C 0.07mm/h
	5-6ft 10s	1ft 6s	Cross 10mph 11mph	1ft 6s	11°C
	6ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 16mph 15mph	1ft 12s	11°C

Saturday 17 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 13s	1ft 14s	On 18mph 20mph	1ft 14s	11°C
	1-2ft 12s	1ft 16s	On 16mph 17mph	1ft 16s	11°C
	3-4ft 10s	2ft 14s	On 10mph 10mph	2ft 14s	10°C 0.09mm/h

Sunday 18 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 16s	1ft 12s	Cross 23mph 25mph	1ft 12s	10°C 0.19mm/h
	1ft 16s	1ft 13s	Cross 25mph 27mph	1ft 13s	10°C 0.12mm/h
	1ft 16s	1ft 13s	Cross 28mph 29mph	1ft 13s	10°C 0.05mm/h

Monday 19 May

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 15s		Cross 27mph 28mph	Flat	10°C
	1ft 15s		Cross 29mph 29mph	Flat	10°C
	1ft 15s		Cross 24mph 25mph	Flat	10°C

Location guide

Surfing conditions at Rosie's Bay in Canada offer a particularly unique experience due to its relatively secluded position on the western coast of Vancouver Island. Tofino, being famous for its intensive fetch and wave energy, is no different when it comes to this hidden gem. But, always remember to respect the location's privacy as locals regard it highly. Rosie's Bay is notorious for its colder water temperatures. Therefore, a good quality wetsuit, booties, gloves, and a hood are required even during the summer months. Winter temperatures can indeed be quite challenging, but the dedicated surfer will find the exhilarating waves worth the extra chill. The surf at Rosie's Bay is powerful and consistent with quality reef breaks. The waves are known to rise to high heights, making it a more suitable spot for the intermediate and advanced surfers. Beginners might find the conditions too challenging as they can get pretty intense, especially during the winter storm season. Dawn is the best time to catch the epic rides here, due to the perfect combination of sedate breezes and moderate wave sizes. As for wave direction, north to northwest swells serve the best surf, and east to southeast winds bring the most favorable conditions. At Rosie’s Bay, nature is on full, spectacular display, but one must be aware of the wildlife in the area. It's not unusual to share the waves with seals, sea lions, and occasionally orcas. All in all, Rosie's Bay creates a chilly, challenging, yet rewarding surfing playground for those willing to brave the elements. So kit up, paddle out, and let the powerful Canadian swells invigorate your surfing spirit.

Last updated: 12/05/25 12:00am