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Southern Oregon’s coast is in for a rough few days, with strong winds Friday morning and huge breaking waves expected to make beaches dangerous through the weekend and into Monday.
Winds Could Bring Down Trees and Disrupt Travel
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a High Wind Warning for the Curry County and South Central Oregon coasts, including Highway 101. South winds of 25 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are forecast until 10 a.m. PST Friday, November 13.
Strong winds could bring down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are possible.
Driving may also be tricky along exposed sections of Highway 101, particularly for larger vehicles. Anything left outside should be secured.
Surf Builds to 35 Feet Late Friday
A High Surf Warning is in effect from 10 a.m. Friday, November 13, until 10 p.m. Saturday, November 14. It covers the South Central Oregon and Curry County coasts, including Charleston, Port Orford, Gold Beach and Brookings.
Breaking waves of 20 to 25 feet are expected Friday, with heights climbing to 30 to 35 feet late Friday and into Saturday morning.
Waves could wash over beaches, erode the shoreline and damage coastal infrastructure.
In Northern California, a High Surf Warning covers the Del Norte and northern Humboldt coasts until 4 a.m. Sunday, with breaking waves of 30 to 35 feet.
Tidings Data Snapshot
Southern Oregon Coast Hazard WindowsNovember 13–16, 2026 / all times Pacific Standard Time| Hazard | Forecast | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal wind gusts | Up to 65 mph | Until 10 a.m. Friday, November 13 |
| Peak breaking waves | 30–35 feet | Late Friday into Saturday morning |
| Next large surf | 25–30 feet | Sunday, November 15, into Monday |
The High Surf Warning runs from 10 a.m. Friday to 10 p.m. Saturday. Sunday and Monday conditions are a follow-up forecast, not an extension of that warning.
Source: National Weather Service Medford / November 13 warnings and forecast discussionDailyTidings.com
Surf may ease late Saturday, but another large swell could keep conditions hazardous Sunday and into Monday, November 16.
Beaches, rocks, jetties and piers should be avoided during the warning.
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