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Surf on the way? Find out from our forecasters, now all in one place.
For four decades, our forecast team has analyzed global ocean patterns and storm systems, telling us where and when to find our next waves.
We’ve recently made updates so that you can now get all their insights, tailored to your region of interest, in one place.
Where can these updates be found?
Head to the “Analysis” tab on any spot page.
Once there, you’ll find:
- The regional forecaster’s take on conditions for today and tomorrow*
- The regional forecaster’s take on Days to Watch in the next 16 days*
- [NEW] Scroll past these to see all forecasters' coverage for the region.
*Availability dependent on forecaster coverage for that region.
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What insights are included?
In this carousel, you’ll get various types of analysis, catered to the specific region.
Our goal is to provide the insights you need to score, whether you’re looking for in-depth climate pattern analysis, the inside scoop on an incoming swell, or for planning a surf trip.
More observations, more places
We recently made updates to clarify whether surf height, wind, and condition ratings were forecasted by our swell model, or observed by either our in-house team of forecasters or Smart Cams—and have added even more indicators and labels throughout the app to further these clarifications.
Observed data gives you the most up-to-date and accurate information, helping you know what to expect before you pack your car and head to the beach.
Learn how to use observations to score more waves with our Chief Forecaster, Kevin:
Surf height model forecast improvements
As part of our ongoing effort to improve our spot-specific forecasts, our team recently updated our LOTUS model at over 100 spots around the world.
These updates will improve the accuracy of our forecasted surf heights at each of these spots.
Learn from our Director of Science & Innovation, Mike, how we improve spot-specific forecasts
Forecast performance update #2
As part of our ongoing commitment to our forecasts, we are surfacing how our LOTUS swell model performed—for better or for worse—for recent notable swells.
See how our swell model recently performed at two new spots
