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Daytona Beach Surf Forecast

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Main Street Pier2-3+ftOrmond Beach3-4ftSunglow Pier3-4ftWilbur by the Sea2-3ftPonce Inlet4-5ft
Daytona Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Fair
Wave Height
2-3+ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
7.65s
Wind
4mph
N / Gusts 5mph
Conditions
Fair
Active Swells
Primary
4.3ft @ 8sENE

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Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

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.

Rip currentsSharksVehicles on beachCrowds of swimmersJellyfish

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Fair

First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on ENE swell at 8s with barely a breath of wind. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s ENE|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s ENE|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s E|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

Not the most exciting day — 5-6ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s ENE|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor - Fair

Pretty quiet out there — 3-4ft and mostly poor - fair with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s ENE|Calm

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Daytona Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Daytona Beach?
The current wave height at Daytona Beach is 2-3+ft with a 7.65s swell period. Wind is N at 4mph. Conditions are rated Fair.
How accurate is the Daytona Beach surf forecast?
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.