El Porto
Wave Height
6-8
Swell
~5s
Wind
15mph
Water
72°
Surf Graph
Tide Forecast
Recent History
About El Porto
El Porto in Manhattan Beach is the South Bay's go-to surf spot, a consistent beach break that benefits from a deep submarine canyon just offshore. The canyon focuses swell energy, making El Porto noticeably bigger and more powerful than neighboring beaches. The peaks shift constantly, producing punchy, hollow waves that favor shortboarding. The crowd is heavy—South Bay rippers, body surfers, and beginners all compete for waves—but the vibe stays relatively friendly. Power plant warm water outflow occasionally brings in sea life.
FAQ
What is the water temperature at El Porto?
The current water temperature at El Porto is 72°F. Boardshorts or a rashguard should be comfortable.
What is the surf like at El Porto today?
El Porto currently has waves around 6-8ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.
What time is high tide at El Porto?
Today's high tide at El Porto is at 1:02 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.
What time is low tide at El Porto?
Today's low tide at El Porto is at 6:36 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.
What are the best conditions for surfing El Porto?
El Porto works best with swells from the W, WNW, SW, NW and E, NE, ENE winds (offshore). The ideal tide is low to mid.
Is El Porto good for beginners?
El Porto is best suited for intermediate surfers who are comfortable paddling out and catching unbroken waves. Beginners may find it challenging on bigger days.
This Week's Outlook
Monday morning looks like the move with a solid 5ft and longer 9 second period on an incoming tide, plus that southwest wind will groom it up nice. If you can't make it then, Tuesday morning is your backup with cleaner 4ft waves and light offshore vibes.
Spot Info
Local Tip
Bigger than surrounding beaches thanks to the offshore canyon. Morning glass-off sessions are prime.
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