Florida - West Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 880, Florida - West Coast. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 0–1ft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 11mph WSW winds.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light winds out of the W. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 8mph from the N. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
Wed, May 13: flat–flatft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — Flat and very poor conditions with moderate NE wind around 10mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: flat–flatft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with 10mph NNW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 14mph.
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880 is a mellow beach break on Florida's Gulf Coast that offers forgiving, rolling waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The sandy bottom provides a soft landing and consistent wave shape, making it a perfect spot to dial in your fundamentals away from heavy crowds. With its sheltered Gulf location, this break picks up best during fall swells when Southern Hemisphere storms send clean energy northward.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 880 is 0-1ft with a 1.9s swell period. Wind is WSW at 11mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at 880 is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.3ft SW primary swell at 5s, a 0.2ft S secondary swell at 3s, a 0.5ft W wind swell swell at 2s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf 880 is Thursday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 1ft waves, a 2.65s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
880 works best with a SSW swell and E winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at 880. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
880 is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 880 is a mellow beach break on Florida's Gulf Coast that offers forgiving, rolling waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The sandy bottom provides a soft landing and consistent wave shape, making it a perfect spot to dial in your fundamentals away from heavy crowds. With its sheltered Gulf location, this break picks up best during fall swells when Southern Hemisphere storms send clean energy northward.
The prime season at 880 is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at 880 include occasional strong currents, shallow water at low tide. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 880 forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
