tofino long beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
11:50pm

Swell

2ft

21s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

2mph

3mph

Rising tide

High

12:00pm

Weather

6°C

8°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 17 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2-6ft 14s	0-3ft 14s	Off 5mph 4mph	0-3ft 14s	6°C
	6ft 13s		Cross 6mph 5mph	Flat	6°C
	0-4ft 21s		Cross 3mph 4mph	Flat	6°C
	Flat		Cross 2mph 3mph	Flat	6°C
	Flat	1ft 21s	Off 3mph 2mph	1ft 21s	6°C
	Flat	1ft 23s	Cross 5mph 3mph	1ft 23s	6°C
	Flat	1-2ft 23s	Cross 4mph 3mph	1-2ft 23s	6°C
	1-2ft 12s	2ft 22s	Cross 3mph 2mph	2ft 22s	5°C

Today 18 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 13s	3ft 9s	Cross 5mph 5mph	3ft 9s	6°C
	1ft 14s	2-3ft 9s	Cross 4mph 5mph	2-3ft 9s	6°C
	3-5ft 17s	3ft 12s	Off 3mph 3mph	3ft 12s	6°C

Tommorrow 19 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-4ft 16s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1-2ft 6s	6°C
	0-1ft 13s	1ft 13s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 13s	6°C
	Flat	1ft 16s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 16s	5°C

Monday 20 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 15s	3ft 16s	Cross 3mph 3mph	3ft 16s	6°C
	2-5ft 14s	4ft 16s	Cross 2mph 3mph	4ft 16s	6°C
	1-3ft 14s	4ft 13s	Cross 2mph 3mph	4ft 13s	6°C

Tuesday 21 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	6ft 14s	1ft 14s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 14s	6°C
	1-4ft 14s	1-2ft 11s	Off 4mph 3mph	1-2ft 11s	6°C
	1ft 14s	2ft 10s	Cross 6mph 5mph	2ft 10s	6°C

Wednesday 22 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 19s	2ft 8s	Cross 12mph 12mph	2ft 8s	7°C
	2ft 12s	2ft 15s	Cross 13mph 13mph	2ft 15s	7°C
	1-2ft 8s	2ft 14s	Cross 12mph 13mph	2ft 14s	6°C

Thursday 23 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 12s	3ft 11s	Cross 15mph 16mph	3ft 11s	8°C
	1ft 12s	3ft 11s	Cross 15mph 17mph	3ft 11s	7°C
	1ft 12s	3ft 10s	Cross 18mph 19mph	3ft 10s	7°C

Friday 24 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	Flat	3-4ft 13s	Cross 22mph 28mph	3-4ft 13s	8°C
	Flat	3ft 13s	Cross 22mph 27mph	3ft 13s	8°C
	Flat	3ft 13s	Cross 21mph 28mph	3ft 13s	8°C

Saturday 25 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	0-1ft 18s	2-5ft 13s	Cross 19mph 22mph	2-5ft 13s	8°C 0.76mm/h
	1ft 17s	5ft 9s	On 16mph 17mph	5ft 9s	8°C 0.8mm/h
	0-1ft 17s	1-4ft 13s	Cross 18mph 20mph	1-4ft 13s	8°C 0.31mm/h

Sunday 26 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 7s	4ft 14s	Cross 15mph 17mph	4ft 14s	8°C
	0-1ft 10s	4-5ft 14s	Cross 14mph 15mph	4-5ft 14s	8°C
	2-5ft 14s	5ft 11s	Off 13mph 13mph	5ft 11s	8°C

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: 18/01/25 12:00am