Florida - East Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Haulover, 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: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 14mph SE winds.
Mon, May 11: flat–flatft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with light winds out of the SSE. Afternoon breeze fills in to 14mph.
Tue, May 12: flat–flatft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with glassy conditions. Expect the wind to bump up to around 7mph by PM.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on NNE swell at 8s with light N winds. The ESE wind kicks in by afternoon — 13mph and poor by then.
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Haulover is a popular beach break on Florida - East Coast, situated near the Haulover Inlet just north of Miami Beach, where the inlet's tidal flow helps shape sandbars that can produce surprisingly punchy waves for the region. The spot picks up East and Northeast swells rolling across the Atlantic, delivering short, fast rides that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders but can challenge intermediates on bigger hurricane swells in fall. Its proximity to the inlet creates interesting sand movement and occasional rip currents that add a dynamic character to an otherwise mellow stretch of South Florida coastline.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Haulover is 0-1ft with a 4.2s swell period. Wind is SE at 13mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Haulover is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.5ft NE primary swell at 7s, a 0.5ft N secondary swell at 7s, a 0.3ft NE tertiary swell at 10s, a 1.4ft SSE 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 Haulover is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 8.25s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Haulover 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 Haulover. 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.
Haulover is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Haulover is a popular beach break on Florida - East Coast, situated near the Haulover Inlet just north of Miami Beach, where the inlet's tidal flow helps shape sandbars that can produce surprisingly punchy waves for the region. The spot picks up East and Northeast swells rolling across the Atlantic, delivering short, fast rides that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders but can challenge intermediates on bigger hurricane swells in fall. Its proximity to the inlet creates interesting sand movement and occasional rip currents that add a dynamic character to an otherwise mellow stretch of South Florida coastline.
The prime season at Haulover 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 Haulover include strong currents, rip currents, boat traffic, crowds, jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Haulover 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.
