Rincon
Wave Height
2-4
Swell
~3s
Wind
20mph
Water
70°
Surf Graph
Tide Forecast
Recent History
About Rincon
Rincon, straddling the Ventura-Santa Barbara county line, is known as the Queen of the Coast—and rightfully so. This world-class right-hand point break produces some of the longest, most perfect waves in California when a solid west or northwest swell meets light offshore winds. The wave breaks over smooth cobblestone, peeling through three main sections: the Indicator, the Rivermouth, and the Cove. On its best days, you can ride from the top of the point all the way to the highway. Winter is prime season, and the crowd knows it.
FAQ
What is the water temperature at Rincon?
The current water temperature at Rincon is 70°F. A springsuit or shorty wetsuit is recommended.
What is the surf like at Rincon today?
Rincon currently has waves around 2-4ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.
What time is high tide at Rincon?
Today's high tide at Rincon is at 9:18 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.
What time is low tide at Rincon?
Today's low tide at Rincon is at 3:08 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.
What are the best conditions for surfing Rincon?
Rincon works best with swells from the W, WNW, NW and N, NE, E winds (offshore). The ideal tide is low to mid.
Is Rincon good for beginners?
Rincon 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
Thursday morning looks like your best bet with 3-foot waves, decent 9-second periods, and manageable cross-onshore winds around the high tide at 6:53 AM. Wednesday afternoon could also work if you don't mind the slightly shorter period, but Thursday AM has the cleaner conditions overall.
Spot Info
Local Tip
Get there at dawn or don't bother on good days. The crowd is world-class too. Winter NW swells are magic.
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