Deep South
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Mae's Beach, Deep South. 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 11mph SE winds.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and very poor with moderate NNE wind around 9mph.
Tue, May 12: flat–flatft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 7mph NNE winds.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with gentle NE breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
Thu, May 14: flat–flatft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with calm winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
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Mae's Beach is a laid-back sandy stretch tucked along the Gulf Coast in the Deep South, near the Louisiana-Texas border, where surf is a rare but exciting treat when conditions align. Facing NNW, this spot picks up energy from Gulf storm swells generated by tropical systems and cold fronts pushing water onshore, typically producing small, mushy waves ideal for beginners and longboarders. What makes it unique is the sheer novelty of surfing in this corner of the Deep South, where the surf community is tight-knit and sessions feel like a local secret worth discovering.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Mae's Beach is 0-1ft with a 3.45s swell period. Wind is SE at 12mph 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 Mae's Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 2.2ft SE wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Mae's Beach is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 4.8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Mae's Beach works best with a SSE swell and NNW 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 Mae's 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.
Mae's Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Mae's Beach is a laid-back sandy stretch tucked along the Gulf Coast in the Deep South, near the Louisiana-Texas border, where surf is a rare but exciting treat when conditions align. Facing NNW, this spot picks up energy from Gulf storm swells generated by tropical systems and cold fronts pushing water onshore, typically producing small, mushy waves ideal for beginners and longboarders. What makes it unique is the sheer novelty of surfing in this corner of the Deep South, where the surf community is tight-knit and sessions feel like a local secret worth discovering.
The prime season at Mae's 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 Mae's Beach include strong currents, jellyfish, shallow sandbars, boat traffic, unpredictable storm surge, sharks. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Mae's 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.
