Florida - East Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Pompano Beach Pier, 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. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 14mph out of the SE.
Mon, May 11: flat–flatft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle S breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Tue, May 12: flat–flatft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with light winds out of the SSE.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light winds out of the ENE. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light winds out of the N. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
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Pompano Beach Pier is a mellow, sandy beach break that offers consistent small-to-medium waves suitable for beginners and intermediate surfers. The pier provides a useful landmark for navigating the break and creates interesting wave patterns on both sides, though it also serves as a popular fishing destination. This East Coast Florida spot works best during fall and winter swells when Atlantic storms send clean waves toward the western-facing beach.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Pompano Beach Pier is 0-1ft with a 3.9s swell period. Wind is SE at 14mph 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 Pompano Beach Pier is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.6ft NE primary swell at 7s, a 0.5ft N secondary swell at 7s, a 0.3ft NE tertiary swell at 10s, a 1.6ft 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 Pompano Beach Pier is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 8.2s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Pompano Beach Pier 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 Pompano Beach Pier. 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.
Pompano Beach Pier is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Pompano Beach Pier is a mellow, sandy beach break that offers consistent small-to-medium waves suitable for beginners and intermediate surfers. The pier provides a useful landmark for navigating the break and creates interesting wave patterns on both sides, though it also serves as a popular fishing destination. This East Coast Florida spot works best during fall and winter swells when Atlantic storms send clean waves toward the western-facing beach.
The prime season at Pompano Beach Pier 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 Pompano Beach Pier include pier pilings, fishing lines, crowds near pier, strong currents near pier structure. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Pompano Beach Pier 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.
