Florida - East Coast
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Cocoa Beach for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Cocoa 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. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with moderate SSW wind around 8mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with light S winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with light winds out of the SSW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with gentle SW breeze. Afternoon breeze fills in to 8mph.
The self-proclaimed "Surf Capital of the East Coast," Cocoa Beach Pier is the most iconic surf spot in Brevard County. The pier provides the only wind shelter between Sebastian Inlet and Jetty Park, making it a magnet when onshore winds blow out open beach breaks. Waves are typically long, crumbly lines best suited for longboarding — getting barreled here is rare. Rich surf history dating to the 1960s space race era.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Cocoa Beach is 0-1ft with a 8s swell period. Wind is S at 8mph 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 Cocoa Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.7ft E primary swell at 8s, a 0.7ft SE secondary swell at 3s, a 0.2ft N tertiary swell at 4s. 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 Cocoa Beach is Sunday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 1ft waves, a 8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Cocoa Beach works best with a SE 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 Cocoa 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.
Cocoa Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. The self-proclaimed "Surf Capital of the East Coast," Cocoa Beach Pier is the most iconic surf spot in Brevard County. The pier provides the only wind shelter between Sebastian Inlet and Jetty Park, making it a magnet when onshore winds blow out open beach breaks. Waves are typically long, crumbly lines best suited for longboarding — getting barreled here is rare. Rich surf history dating to the 1960s space race era.
The prime season at Cocoa Beach is winter, 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 Cocoa Beach include heavy crowds, pier pilings, occasional tourists, warm water marine life. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Cocoa 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.
