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Monterey surf forecast

Monterey brings together 5 tracked surf spots on Yosurf, with wave height, swell period, wind, tide cues and the best session windows for each break.

Check the 7-day forecast before you drive: the best windows usually come when clean swell lines up with light offshore or cross-offshore wind.

Tracked spots
5 spots
Data
waves, swell, wind
Forecast
7 days · hourly

Surfing Monterey today

The region's standout spots today (today's forecast score, Intermediate level).

  1. 1Monterey State Beach100
  2. 2Marina State Beach88
  3. 3Moss Landing88
  4. 4Asilomar79
  5. 5Carmel Beach79

Monterey surf spots

Frequently asked about surfing Monterey

Where can you surf in Monterey?

Yosurf tracks 5 surf spots in Monterey, with a spot page for comparing waves, wind, recommended level and nearby breaks.

How do you pick the best Monterey surf spot today?

Start with the session score, then check wave height, swell period and wind. Light offshore or cross-offshore wind often matters more than raw wave size.

What is the best season to surf in Monterey?

Check the 7-day forecast before you drive: the best windows usually come when clean swell lines up with light offshore or cross-offshore wind.

Can beginners surf in Monterey?

Yes, some breaks can suit beginners when the swell stays small. Choose lifeguarded beaches, surf schools and avoid strong-current days.

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