Florida - East Coast
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Apollo Beach for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Apollo Beach, Florida - East Coast. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light winds out of the S. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with light winds out of the S.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and very poor conditions with light winds out of the SSW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light winds out of the WSW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 7mph.
Apollo Beach sits at the far northern end of Canaveral National Seashore, part of the longest stretch of undeveloped Atlantic coastline in Florida (24 miles). The sand is distinctively cinnamon-colored from crushed coquina shells. A true wilderness surf experience with shifting sandbars and no development — near-zero crowds, but also no lifeguards and limited amenities.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Apollo Beach is 0-1ft with a 2.55s swell period. Wind is SSE at 7mph 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 Apollo Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.4ft N primary swell at 3s, a 0.2ft ENE secondary swell at 11s, a 1.5ft ESE wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Apollo Beach is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 8.05s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Apollo Beach works best with a NE swell and W 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 Apollo Beach. 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.
Apollo Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Apollo Beach sits at the far northern end of Canaveral National Seashore, part of the longest stretch of undeveloped Atlantic coastline in Florida (24 miles). The sand is distinctively cinnamon-colored from crushed coquina shells. A true wilderness surf experience with shifting sandbars and no development — near-zero crowds, but also no lifeguards and limited amenities.
The prime season at Apollo Beach 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 Apollo Beach include rip currents, sharks, remote location, no lifeguards. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Apollo Beach 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
