Florida - East Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Deerfield 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.
Sun, May 10: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 14mph SE winds.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with gentle S breeze. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light SSE winds.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle ENE breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light N winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
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Deerfield Beach is a laid-back Florida - East Coast surf spot situated in Broward County, offering mellow, rolling waves that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The beach faces east, picking up Atlantic groundswells and tropical storm pulses that push through during hurricane season, with fall typically delivering the most consistent rideable surf. Its wide sandy shoreline and relatively forgiving wave faces make it a popular local hangout, though the pier to the south can create fun sandbars and interesting peaks during the right conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Deerfield Beach is 1-2ft with a 3.6s swell period. Wind is SE at 14mph 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 Deerfield Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.5ft NNE primary swell at 7s, a 0.5ft NNW secondary swell at 7s, a 0.3ft NE tertiary swell at 9s, a 2ft SE 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 Deerfield Beach is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 8.15s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Deerfield 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 Deerfield 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.
Deerfield Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Deerfield Beach is a laid-back Florida - East Coast surf spot situated in Broward County, offering mellow, rolling waves that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The beach faces east, picking up Atlantic groundswells and tropical storm pulses that push through during hurricane season, with fall typically delivering the most consistent rideable surf. Its wide sandy shoreline and relatively forgiving wave faces make it a popular local hangout, though the pier to the south can create fun sandbars and interesting peaks during the right conditions.
The prime season at Deerfield 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 Deerfield Beach include strong currents, pier pilings, jellyfish, crowded lineup during swells, shallow sandbars. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Deerfield 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
