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Daytona Beach Surf Forecast

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Main Street Pier2-3ftOrmond Beach3-4ftSunglow Pier3-4ftWilbur by the Sea2-3ftPonce Inlet3-4ft
Daytona Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Fair
Wave Height
2-3ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
7.8s
Wind
7mph
ESE / Gusts 19mph
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

Rideable all day with 2-3ft waves on ENE swell at 8s and barely a breath of wind.

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

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with barely a breath of wind.

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

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s E|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 4-5ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions.

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

Not the most exciting day — 4-5ft and poor - fair conditions 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 2-3ft with a 7.8s swell period. Wind is ESE at 7mph. 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.