tofino long beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
11:21am

Swell

4ft

9s

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

10mph

9mph

Rising tide

High

08:14pm

Weather

11°C

11°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 07 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 11s	2ft 14s	Cross 16mph 22mph	2ft 14s	12°C
	1-2ft 14s	1ft 10s	Cross 20mph 27mph	1ft 10s	12°C
	1ft 15s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 26mph 31mph	0-1ft 12s	12°C
	1ft 15s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 26mph 31mph	0-1ft 13s	12°C
	2ft 14s	1ft 15s	Cross 20mph 23mph	1ft 15s	12°C
	2-3ft 13s	1ft 15s	Cross 15mph 16mph	1ft 15s	11°C
	4-5ft 8s	2ft 13s	On 7mph 6mph	2ft 13s	11°C
	4ft 7s	3ft 13s	Cross 6mph 7mph	3ft 13s	11°C

Today 08 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5ft 11s	1ft 14s	Off 11mph 14mph	1ft 14s	12°C
	5ft 11s	1ft 12s	Off 10mph 12mph	1ft 12s	11°C
	4-5ft 10s	1ft 14s	Off 9mph 10mph	1ft 14s	11°C

Tommorrow 09 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 10s	2ft 6s	Cross 13mph 17mph	2ft 6s	12°C
	3ft 10s	2ft 6s	Cross 7mph 8mph	2ft 6s	12°C
	3ft 10s	1-2ft 4s	Off 6mph 6mph	1-2ft 4s	13°C

Friday 10 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 9s	2ft 15s	Cross 4mph 4mph	2ft 15s	12°C 0.11mm/h
	3ft 9s	3ft 14s	Cross 4mph 5mph	3ft 14s	12°C 0.1mm/h
	4ft 9s	3ft 14s	Cross 5mph 5mph	3ft 14s	12°C 0.1mm/h

Saturday 11 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 8s		Cross 35mph 38mph	Flat	12°C
	1-3ft 12s	1ft 8s	Cross 25mph 26mph	1ft 8s	11°C
	6-8ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 15mph 16mph	1ft 12s	10°C

Sunday 12 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5ft 9s	1ft 15s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 15s	9°C 0.29mm/h
	4ft 9s	1ft 15s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 15s	10°C 0.18mm/h
	4ft 8s	1ft 16s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 16s	10°C

Monday 13 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4-5ft 9s	2ft 17s	Cross 6mph 7mph	2ft 17s	11°C
	4ft 10s	2ft 17s	On 5mph 6mph	2ft 17s	11°C
	4ft 10s	2ft 16s	On 3mph 4mph	2ft 16s	11°C

Tuesday 14 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 8s	2ft 13s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 13s	11°C
	4ft 9s	2ft 13s	Off 5mph 4mph	2ft 13s	11°C
	4ft 11s	2ft 15s	Off 4mph 4mph	2ft 15s	11°C

Wednesday 15 Oct

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 13s	2ft 16s	Off 21mph 30mph	2ft 16s	11°C 1.07mm/h
	3-4ft 14s	3ft 17s	Off 14mph 18mph	3ft 17s	11°C 1.78mm/h
	4-5ft 16s	3-4ft 13s	Cross 9mph 12mph	3-4ft 13s	12°C 0.7mm/h

Location guide

Tofino, situated in the serene locale of Canada, is an ideal spot for surfing, owing primarily to its diverse beaches. Outstanding amongst these is the Long Beach, one of the most captivating spots for wave riders around the globe. As a surfing expert, you'll revel in the conditions this beach offers. Situated within the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, Long Beach offers an unmatched surfing experience. The beach provides consistent waves all year round due to its exposure to the open Pacific Ocean. However, the surfing conditions can vary greatly depending on the time of the year. In the brisk winter months, the beach often features large, rolling swells that are perfect for experienced surfers seeking an adrenaline rush. It's always a sight to behold when professional surfers ride these colossal waves masterfully. However, the chilly water necessitates a full wetsuit, booties, gloves, and even a hood. When warmer weather sets in during Summer, the beach undergoes a certain transformational charm. The swells become more diverse in size during this period. It's a buffet of sorts with waves catering to the skill levels of beginner and intermediate surfers mostly. The summer months are arguably the most suitable for a wide audience, whether one is new to surfing or honing existing skills. Tofino's Long Beach has a mixed sandy and rocky bottom, making it suitable for all types of surfers. However, the tide level can significantly affect the type of waves that break onto the beach. Lower tides typically result in punchier, more powerful waves that break closer to the shore. On the other hand, higher tides yield softer, rolling waves further out, ideal for longboarding. Importantly, the winds also play a substantial role in deciding the surfing conditions. Generally, early morning surfing is recommended for the calmest winds and glassiest waves. As the day progresses, the onshore winds can cause the surf to become choppy. All in all, Tofino's Long Beach is a surfer's paradise with its year-round waves. Whether one is seeking the thrill of riding winter swells or the joy of summer surfing, Long Beach has it all. Remember, understanding the diverse surfing conditions, and respecting the power of the Pacific Ocean, is what will make your experience memorable and safe.

Last updated: 07/10/25 12:00am

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