Best Kalaloch surf window today: tide and conditions

Kalaloch's best surf window today is 2:30 PM-3:30 PM, with rising tide, 3 mph wind, and 5.4 ft swell; tide in range, good swell angle. Kalaloch Beach is the top pick at 6.8 ft.

Live surf planning

Plan around the live conditions

Best time to surf Kalaloch this week

October rates 75/100 for Kalaloch. 1 of 1 local beaches are in peak season; September is the historical peak if this week's surf report looks marginal.

Match the surf report

Now: falling tide, 5 mph wind, and 6.6 ft swell. Confirm them in the live surf report first.

Check today's Kalaloch Beach surf report
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GOOD

Seasonal pattern in October

October

1 of 1 beaches are in peak season right now. Expect 4-8 ft waves and 52°F water. Peak month: September.

Next steps

Turn Kalaloch's season guide into today's surf call

The calendar shows when this zone usually works. Start with the live report before you load boards.

Check today's Kalaloch Beach surf reportStart with the live wave height, wind, tide, and board call before committing.Open pageFind the best current Kalaloch windowCompare the city's current forecast and spot list against the seasonal pattern.Open pageCompare nearby Kalaloch spotsUse the map to switch beaches when crowd, wind, or tide changes the call.Open page

Surf Score by Month

Score reflects overall surf quality each month — combining peak season activity, water temperature, and crowd levels.

Monthly Breakdown

January

55
Waves6-12 ft
Water temp46°F
Wetsuit5/4mm + boots/gloves/hood
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking0

Big storms, hardcore sessions

February

52
Waves6-10 ft
Water temp45°F
Wetsuit5/4mm + boots/gloves/hood
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking0

Consistent large swells

March

50
Waves4-8 ft
Water temp46°F
Wetsuit5/4mm + boots/gloves/hood
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking0

Late winter energy

April

42
Waves3-5 ft
Water temp47°F
Wetsuit5/4mm + boots/gloves/hood
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking0

Spring transitions

May

35
Waves2-4 ft
Water temp48°F
Wetsuit4/3mm + boots
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking0

Smaller days, longer daylight

June

38
Waves2-3 ft
Water temp50°F
Wetsuit4/3mm + boots
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking0

Summer starts, glassy mornings

July

40
Waves2-3 ft
Water temp52°F
Wetsuit4/3mm
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking0

Small clean summer surf

August

45
Waves2-4 ft
Water temp55°F
Wetsuit4/3mm
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking0

Warmest water, small swells

September

Peak
78
Waves4-8 ft
Water temp54°F
Wetsuit4/3mm
CrowdsModerate
Beaches peaking1

Fall swell season fires up

October

Peak
75
Waves4-8 ft
Water temp52°F
Wetsuit4/3mm + boots
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking1

Consistent fall swells

November

Peak
68
Waves5-10 ft
Water temp50°F
Wetsuit5/4mm + boots/gloves/hood
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking1

Big swells, heavy rubber

December

60
Waves6-12 ft
Water temp48°F
Wetsuit5/4mm + boots/gloves/hood
CrowdsLow
Beaches peaking0

Winter storms

Dawn Patrol vs Afternoon Sessions

Dawn Patrol

  • Typically glassier conditions before onshore winds build
  • Smaller crowds, especially on weekdays
  • Water temps at their coolest — plan your wetsuit for the low end (46°F in winter)
  • Best for beach breaks and exposed reef setups in Kalaloch

Afternoon Sessions

  • Onshore winds can create chop, but swell is often more consistent
  • Higher crowds on popular beaches, especially weekends
  • Water warms through the day — upper end (55°F in summer)
  • Sunset sessions can be magic when winds die down

Top Surf Spots in Kalaloch

Surf Guides for Kalaloch, WA

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
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