Newport Beach

Newport Beach

Orange County, California, USA
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Wave Quality

Normal

Wave Type

Beach-break

Swell Direction

West, SouthWest, South, SouthEast

Best Wind

North

Best Tide

All tides

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About

Newport Beach, a sun-soaked stretch of Orange County, offers rippable beach breaks where waves dance both right and left over sandy bottoms. With swells originating from the west to southeast, the surf starts to pulse at 2 to 2.5 meters, holding strong over 4 meters, especially during rising tides. The jetties, stretching from 28th to 56th Streets, create varied peaks that cater to all skill levels, while the famed Wedge delivers a heart-stopping spectacle of towering waves crashing close to shore. Expect crowds of surfers and sunbathers alike, as the charm of this locale unfolds beneath blue skies and the call of the ocean.

Wave Characteristics

Wave QualityNormal
Wave TypeBeach-break
Wave DirectionRight and left
Wave Powerrippable
BottomSandy
Swell SizeStarts working at 2m-2.5m / 6ft-8ft and holds up to 4m+ / 12ft

Ideal Conditions

Swell DirectionWest, SouthWest, South, SouthEast
Best WindNorth
Best Tide PositionAll tides
Best Tide MovementRising tide

Location & Access

AddressNewport Pier, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA
City / AreaOrange County
Zip Code92663
StateCalifornia
CountryUSA

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Newport Beach Questions

What kind of wave is Newport Beach?

Newport Beach is a beach break with right and left waves over a sandy bottom.

How good is the surf at Newport Beach?

Newport Beach is rated normal for wave quality.

What swell works best at Newport Beach?

Newport Beach works best on a west, southwest, south, southeast swell. Swell size: starts working at 2m-2.5m / 6ft-8ft and holds up to 4m+ / 12ft.

What wind is best for Newport Beach?

The best wind for Newport Beach is north.

What tide is best for surfing Newport Beach?

Newport Beach works best at all tides on rising tide.

Where can I stay near Newport Beach?

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Where is Newport Beach?

Newport Beach is a surf spot in Orange County, California, USA.