South Carolina
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Debordieu for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Debordieu, South Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with light winds out of the E.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with light winds out of the SW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 1-2ft waves on SE swell at 9s and 7mph from the WSW. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 15mph from the SSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with gentle W breeze.
Debordieu is a mellow beach break located on South Carolina's central coast, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for learning and progression. The spot faces northwest toward the Atlantic, picking up southeast swells most efficiently during fall and winter months when tropical systems and nor'easters push consistent wave energy toward the Carolina coast. With light crowds and gentle beach break characteristics, this spot provides a relaxed alternative to busier nearby breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Debordieu is 0-1ft with a 4.75s swell period. Wind is E at 7mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Debordieu is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.2ft SSE primary swell at 6s, a 0.7ft SE secondary swell at 7s, a 1.8ft E wind swell 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 Debordieu is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 5.25s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Debordieu works best with a SE swell and NW 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 Debordieu. 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.
Debordieu is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Debordieu is a mellow beach break located on South Carolina's central coast, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for learning and progression. The spot faces northwest toward the Atlantic, picking up southeast swells most efficiently during fall and winter months when tropical systems and nor'easters push consistent wave energy toward the Carolina coast. With light crowds and gentle beach break characteristics, this spot provides a relaxed alternative to busier nearby breaks.
The prime season at Debordieu 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 Debordieu include occasional strong currents, shallow sandbars, possible lightning during summer storms. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Debordieu 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.
