The Wave
Waves most consistently shape up on northwest-WNW groundswells with south-southeast offshore breezes, and the sweet spot is around mid-tide as the tide is rising.
The lineup is usually light compared with nearby Asilomar/Lovers Point.
Surf GuideCalifornia
Del Monte Beach
A mellow Monterey sandbar that wakes on steady NW/ WNW winter groundswell, serving lefts and rights with some push with surprisingly clean peaks when the south-southeast wind tucks in. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Del Monte Beach in California.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationCalifornia, US
Forecast
- Waves 3-4 ft+
- Period 7 s
- Wind NW 6 kt
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Watch for strong rip lines and occasional shark advisories here.
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