Georgia
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Cumberland Island for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Cumberland Island, Georgia. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.
Thu, Jun 25: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light winds out of the NNW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 8mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with gentle SSW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle WSW breeze.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light W winds.
Cumberland Island offers mellow, user-friendly beach breaks along Georgia's remote barrier island coastline. The WNW-facing shores catch easterly Atlantic swells best during fall and winter months, producing rolling waves ideal for learning and cruising. This uncrowded gem attracts fewer surfers than Florida breaks, making it perfect for those seeking peaceful sessions with natural surroundings.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Cumberland Island is 0-1ft with a 7.8s swell period. Wind is ENE 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 Cumberland Island is 0-1ft, produced by a 1ft SE primary swell at 8s, a 0.7ft ENE 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 Cumberland Island is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 8.35s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Cumberland Island works best with a E 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 Cumberland Island. 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.
Cumberland Island is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Cumberland Island offers mellow, user-friendly beach breaks along Georgia's remote barrier island coastline. The WNW-facing shores catch easterly Atlantic swells best during fall and winter months, producing rolling waves ideal for learning and cruising. This uncrowded gem attracts fewer surfers than Florida breaks, making it perfect for those seeking peaceful sessions with natural surroundings.
The prime season at Cumberland Island 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 Cumberland Island include sea turtles (protected species), strong rip currents, occasional sharks, soft sand paddling. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Cumberland Island 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.
