Baler
Philippines · Indo-Pacific
Right now
RainWind and swell direction
Swell: 0.8m E
Wind: 2 km/h N (cross-offshore)
Beach faces: E
Very light wind. Expect glassy, clean conditions.
Swell is arriving at a great angle for this beach.
Today hour by hour
Updated 08:34Expected crowds
Prediction model v15amDawn patrol territory
7amMidweek quiet
Next 7 days
Forecast via Open-MeteoWhat to pack
- Small waves expected. Longboard or fish to make the most of it.
- Boardshorts weather. 30°C water.
- Rain jacket for between sessions.
Today's briefing
0.8m swell at 6s on a short period. Moderate winds. Water temperature 29°C.
AI-generated summary for Baler. Always check local reports before heading out.
Forecast accuracy at Baler
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Best time to go
No great windows in the next 2 days
Best available option is Today around 5am (score: 13). Conditions are below the Good threshold but may still be surfable.
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7-day forecastDaily score breakdown
This week is looking about average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Baler.
What's driving it
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Last 3 days of logged conditions.
About Baler
Sabang Beach in Baler is an expansive, highly exposed beach break situated on the eastern coastline of the Philippines, directly facing the vast Pacific Ocean. The bathymetry features a wide, gently sloping seafloor composed of dark, compacted volcanic sand. This smooth, unobstructed gradient allows incoming wave energy to dissipate gradually, producing highly consistent, soft-peeling left and right-hand waves. The break is primarily fueled by the strong north-easterly trade winds and occasional Pacific typhoon swells, making it highly reliable. A south-westerly offshore wind is required to groom the wave face and prevent the onset of messy, onshore chop. Because the waves break over a uniform sandy bottom and generally lack heavy, plunging lips or treacherous undertows, Baler is exceptionally well-suited for beginner surfers. The long, crumbling whitewater sections are perfect for novices mastering their stance, whilst the clean, unbroken green faces further out provide intermediate riders with ample opportunity to practice trimming, speed generation, and basic carving manoeuvres in a warm, forgiving tropical environment.
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Create Profile →Frequently asked questions
How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
What is the luck factor?
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Baler. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
When is the best time to surf Baler?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.