South Carolina
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.
Sun, May 10: 2–3ft, 4s period, rated Poor - Fair. Pretty quiet out there — 2-3ft and mostly poor - fair with 13mph from the SSE.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 12s period, rated Fair. Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on S swell at 5s — light winds out of the SW.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 13mph out of the NE.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate ESE wind around 7mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 5s with 7mph from the NW. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
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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 2-3ft with a 3.7s swell period. Wind is SE at 13mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Debordieu is 2-3ft, produced by a 1.1ft ESE primary swell at 6s, a 0.6ft ESE secondary swell at 13s, a 2.3ft S 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 Thursday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 3ft waves, a 4.7s swell period, and conditions rated 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
