Florida - East Coast
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Daytona Beach for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Daytona 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 barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light SSW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle S breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with light winds out of the SSW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light WSW winds.
Daytona Beach is a classic exposed beach break producing short, fun waves over shifting sandbars along the iconic Atlantic shoreline. Historically a surfing hub since the 1960s. Waves are generally powerless but consistent in small sizes, making it accessible to beginners and longboarders. Nearby Ponce Inlet and Sunglow Pier often provide better surf quality. Note: cars are allowed to drive on the beach.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Daytona Beach is 0-1ft with a 8.15s swell period. Wind is S at 5mph 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 Daytona Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.9ft ESE primary swell at 8s, a 0.5ft N secondary swell at 3s, a 0.7ft E 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 Daytona Beach is Monday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 9.15s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Daytona Beach 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 Daytona 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.
Daytona Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Daytona Beach is a classic exposed beach break producing short, fun waves over shifting sandbars along the iconic Atlantic shoreline. Historically a surfing hub since the 1960s. Waves are generally powerless but consistent in small sizes, making it accessible to beginners and longboarders. Nearby Ponce Inlet and Sunglow Pier often provide better surf quality. Note: cars are allowed to drive on the beach.
The prime season at Daytona 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 Daytona Beach include rip currents, sharks, vehicles on beach, crowds of swimmers, jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Daytona 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.
