Canada › Alberni-Clayoquot › Rosies Bay
Live conditions
Local time
06:42pm
Swell
4ft
8s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
11mph
12mph
Falling tide
Low
03:45am
Weather
12°C
13°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2-4ft 8s | 1ft 15s | Cross 11mph 12mph | 1ft 15s | 13°C |
 | 3ft 9s | 1ft 15s | Cross 16mph 19mph | 1ft 15s |  13°C |
 | 0-3ft 8s | 0-1ft 14s | Cross 28mph 35mph | 0-1ft 14s |  13°C |
 | 1ft 14s | 1ft 14s | Cross 28mph 35mph | 1ft 14s | 13°C |
 | 1ft 14s | Cross 24mph 29mph | Flat | 13°C | |
 | Flat | 1ft 14s | Cross 20mph 25mph | 1ft 14s |  13°C |
 | 1ft 14s | 1-2ft 14s | Cross 13mph 16mph | 1-2ft 14s | 12°C |
 | 1ft 14s | 2ft 13s | Cross 4mph 6mph | 2ft 13s | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 12s | 1ft 14s | Cross 12mph 17mph | 1ft 14s | 13°C |
| 0-2ft 12s | 1ft 14s | Cross 11mph 17mph | 1ft 14s | 13°C |
| Flat | 1ft 14s | Cross 9mph 13mph | 1ft 14s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2ft 11s | 1ft 13s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 13s | 14°C |
| Flat | 1ft 13s | Cross 7mph 7mph | 1ft 13s |  14°C 0.09mm/h |
| Flat | 1ft 13s | Cross 9mph 10mph | 1ft 13s | 14°C 0.31mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | 1ft 12s | Cross 4mph 5mph | 1ft 12s | 14°C 0.46mm/h |
| 0-2ft 15s | 1ft 13s | Cross 6mph 6mph | 1ft 13s | 14°C 1.05mm/h |
| 4-6ft 11s | Cross 11mph 13mph | Flat | 13°C 1.16mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2ft 15s | Cross 11mph 13mph | Flat | 13°C | |
| 4-6ft 10s | Cross 9mph 11mph | Flat | 13°C 0.08mm/h | |
| 6ft 10s | Cross 7mph 7mph | Flat | 14°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-7ft 12s | 1ft 18s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 18s | 13°C |
| 7ft 12s | 1ft 17s | Off 5mph 5mph | 1ft 17s | 13°C |
| 7ft 13s | 1ft 17s | Cross 6mph 7mph | 1ft 17s | 13°C 0.47mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-3ft 16s | 1ft 16s | Cross 26mph 34mph | 1ft 16s |  13°C |
| 1-3ft 16s | 1ft 16s | Cross 20mph 28mph | 1ft 16s | 13°C |
| 5-6ft 13s | 1ft 16s | Cross 13mph 19mph | 1ft 16s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | 1ft 16s | Cross 23mph 31mph | 1ft 16s | 13°C 2.2mm/h |
| 0-3ft 17s | 1ft 16s | Cross 21mph 31mph | 1ft 16s | 13°C 2.07mm/h |
| 6-9ft 11s | 1ft 16s | Cross 13mph 17mph | 1ft 16s | 14°C 0.28mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8ft 11s | 1ft 16s | Cross 14mph 17mph | 1ft 16s | 13°C |
| 7ft 11s | 1ft 16s | Cross 10mph 12mph | 1ft 16s | 13°C |
| 6-7ft 10s | 1ft 16s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 16s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2ft 15s | 1ft 15s | Cross 12mph 14mph | 1ft 15s | 13°C |
| Flat | 1ft 15s | Cross 11mph 12mph | 1ft 15s | 13°C |
| 1ft 15s | 1ft 15s | Off 10mph 10mph | 1ft 15s | 13°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.