60°
Chance Light Rain
47%
8
Tillamook County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Rockaway Beach
S 1st Ave & Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
A 7-mile flat sand beach with the iconic Twin Rocks sea stack offshore — a former rail town turned low-key family beach. Multiple public access points along S Pacific St; the central Wayside has the most parking and the historic 1922 Pacific Railroad caboose.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
11.8ft waves · NWS alert active · 47% rain
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of rain after 11am. Mostly cloudy. High near 60, with temperatures falling to around 58 in the afternoon. South wind 9 to 28 mph, with gusts as high as 44 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain. Mostly cloudy. Low around 52, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. South southwest wind 16 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 48 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 60°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 47% rain — rain likely at some point
- 28 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- 11.8ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — storm warning issued november 6 at 11:55pm pst until november 8 at 4:00am pst by nws portland or
8 /100
skip
0 Swim
0 Sunbathe
31 Walk
50 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.9 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Weather alert in effect
Storm Warning issued November 6 at 11:55PM PST until November 8 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR
Atmosphere
Air Temp
60°F
Chance Light Rain
Wind
9 to 28 mph
S
Rain
47%
Today
Air Quality
29 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Tillamook
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
56°F
Chance Light Rain then Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Wave Height
11.8 ft
14s · W swell
Barometer
29.88 inHg
1012 hPa · buoy 46029
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:03 AM
Sunset
4:54 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:33 AM | Low | 2.2 ft |
| 10:57 AM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 5:25 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 5:14 AM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 11:30 AM | High | 9.0 ft |
| 6:04 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:47 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 5:53 AM | Low | 3.1 ft |
| 12:02 PM | High | 9.0 ft |
| 6:42 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:29 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 6:31 AM | Low | 3.5 ft |
| 12:34 PM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 7:18 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:10 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | 3.8 ft |
| 1:07 PM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 7:56 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 7:45 AM | Low | 4.1 ft |
| 1:40 PM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 8:34 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:31 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 8:23 AM | Low | 4.3 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 9:14 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9437540, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
56°
Chance Light Rain then Cloudy
35%
19
57°
Light Rain
84%
5
59°
Light Rain
87%
4
60°
Chance Light Rain
27%
22
57°
Chance Light Rain
48%
14
55°
Light Rain Likely
73%
3
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 9 to 28 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 47% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lot at S 1st Ave Wayside (~29 spaces + RV); ~20-space lots at S 4th, N 3rd, and Manhattan Beach access.
Dogs
Leash recommended; off-leash voice control allowed on Oregon beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
S 1st Ave & Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Rockaway Beach today?
Rockaway Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Rockaway Beach dog-friendly?
Leash recommended; off-leash voice control allowed on Oregon beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Rockaway Beach?
Entry to Rockaway Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Rockaway Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Rockaway Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Rockaway Beach?
Amenities at Rockaway Beach include restrooms, playground, picnic tables, restaurants, caboose museum.
When is the water warmest at Rockaway Beach?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Rockaway Beach located?
Rockaway Beach is in Tillamook County, OR, at S 1st Ave & Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136.
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