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Fort Lauderdale Surf Forecast

Florida - East Coast

Fort Lauderdale surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
8.8s
Wind
4mph
N / Gusts 7mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
2.8ft @ 9sNNE
Wind Swell
1.5ft @ 4sESE

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Spot Guide

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

Fort Lauderdale on Florida's East Coast is a mellow beach break that catches easterly swells rolling in off the Atlantic, offering gentle, crumbly waves that are ideal for beginners and longboarders. The surf here is typically small and consistent, with occasional bumps from passing tropical systems in the fall months bringing the most rideable conditions. What makes this spot special is its laid-back vibe and accessibility, set against the backdrop of one of South Florida's most vibrant coastal cities.

Strong rip currentsCrowded lineups during swellsBoat trafficJellyfishSharks

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Very Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s NNE|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Very Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s NNE|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Very Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s NNE|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

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

6am9am12pm3pm
10s N|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor

Not the most exciting day — 3-4ft and poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
10s NNE|Calm

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Fort Lauderdale Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Fort Lauderdale?
The current wave height at Fort Lauderdale is 1-2ft with a 8.8s swell period. Wind is N at 4mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Fort Lauderdale surf forecast?
Our Fort Lauderdale 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.