Florida - West Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Naples, Florida - West 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, 2s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 10mph WSW winds.
Mon, May 11: flat–flatft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with glassy conditions. Expect the wind to bump up to around 10mph by PM.
Tue, May 12: flat–flatft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — Flat waves and very poor conditions with gentle SE breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
Wed, May 13: flat–flatft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with light NE winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: flat–flatft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — Flat waves and very poor conditions with moderate NNW wind around 8mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 17mph by PM.
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Naples offers accessible beach breaks along Florida's Gulf Coast, with gentle, rolling waves ideal for learning surfers and cruisers. The sandy bottom and sheltered eastern-facing exposure create consistent small to medium waves, particularly when Gulf swells or tropical systems generate southerly swell. While not a world-class destination, Naples provides a fun, forgiving alternative to the Atlantic side's more powerful breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Naples is 0-1ft with a 2.3s swell period. Wind is WSW at 10mph 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 Naples is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.8ft SSW wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Naples is Thursday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 1ft waves, a 2.8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Naples works best with a W swell and E 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 Naples. 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.
Naples is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Naples offers accessible beach breaks along Florida's Gulf Coast, with gentle, rolling waves ideal for learning surfers and cruisers. The sandy bottom and sheltered eastern-facing exposure create consistent small to medium waves, particularly when Gulf swells or tropical systems generate southerly swell. While not a world-class destination, Naples provides a fun, forgiving alternative to the Atlantic side's more powerful breaks.
The prime season at Naples 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 Naples include warm water marine life, occasional strong currents, summer thunderstorms, crowded during peak season. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Naples 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.
