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tofino long beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:31am

Swell

4ft

11s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

5mph

Falling tide

Low

12:42pm

Weather

9°C

11°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 11s	1-2ft 18s	Cross 12mph 12mph	1-2ft 18s	9°C
4-5ft 11s	2ft 17s	Cross 11mph 11mph	2ft 17s	9°C
4ft 11s	3ft 16s	Cross 8mph 7mph	3ft 16s	9°C
4ft 11s	3-4ft 15s	Cross 5mph 5mph	3-4ft 15s	9°C
4-6ft 13s	1-3ft 14s	Off 5mph 6mph	1-3ft 14s	9°C
6ft 14s	1ft 13s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1ft 13s	9°C
6ft 14s	1ft 13s	Cross 19mph 21mph	1ft 13s	9°C
5-6ft 13s	1ft 13s	Cross 22mph 26mph	1ft 13s	9°C

Tommorrow 19 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 12s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 21mph 25mph	1-2ft 13s	10°C 0.07mm/h
3-4ft 11s	2-3ft 14s	Cross 21mph 25mph	2-3ft 14s	10°C 0.13mm/h
5-6ft 11s	3ft 14s	Cross 19mph 23mph	3ft 14s	10°C 0.33mm/h

Thursday 20 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
10-11ft 14s	5-6ft 9s	Cross 2mph 2mph	5-6ft 9s	11°C
9-10ft 13s	2-4ft 8s	Off 3mph 3mph	2-4ft 8s	10°C
8-9ft 13s	2ft 7s	Cross 8mph 8mph	2ft 7s	10°C

Friday 21 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
9-10ft 14s	1-3ft 12s	Cross 9mph 8mph	1-3ft 12s	10°C 0.39mm/h
10-11ft 14s	2ft 10s	Cross 9mph 10mph	2ft 10s	11°C 0.17mm/h
11ft 15s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 10mph 11mph	1-2ft 7s	11°C 0.08mm/h

Saturday 22 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
10ft 16s	1ft 17s	Cross 19mph 21mph	1ft 17s	10°C 0.45mm/h
9ft 16s	1ft 17s	Cross 22mph 27mph	1ft 17s	10°C 0.95mm/h
9ft 15s	1ft 17s	Cross 16mph 23mph	1ft 17s	10°C 2.27mm/h

Sunday 23 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
8-9ft 15s	1ft 15s	Cross 16mph 15mph	1ft 15s	9°C
8ft 14s	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 15s	9°C
7-8ft 14s	1ft 15s	Off 5mph 5mph	1ft 15s	8°C 0.09mm/h

Monday 24 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 14s		Cross 29mph 31mph	Flat	9°C
2-5ft 13s	0-1ft 15s	Cross 23mph 25mph	0-1ft 15s	9°C
6ft 13s	1ft 10s	Cross 15mph 17mph	1ft 10s	9°C 0.08mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 11s	1ft 13s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 13s	8°C
5-6ft 11s	1ft 13s	Off 7mph 6mph	1ft 13s	8°C
5ft 11s	1ft 13s	Off 9mph 9mph	1ft 13s	7°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	1ft 13s	Off 11mph 12mph	1ft 13s	7°C
2-3ft 10s	1ft 15s	Off 13mph 15mph	1ft 15s	7°C
2ft 10s	1ft 15s	Off 15mph 18mph	1ft 15s	7°C

Historical data

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.