South Carolina
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Springmaid Beach, South Carolina. 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 Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and poor conditions with strong S wind at 16mph.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and very poor conditions with moderate SW wind around 7mph.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Skip the dawn patrol — 1-2ft and poor early on. Later in the day looks more promising — 2-3ft and poor.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light ESE winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle NW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 11mph.
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Springmaid Beach is a accessible sandy beach break located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering consistent waves that work well for learners and intermediate surfers. The gradual seafloor and forgiving sand bottom make it an ideal spot for progression, with peaks forming across the beach during moderate to good swell. This family-friendly break combines surfing with the broader appeal of Myrtle Beach's vacation atmosphere, making it popular with visiting surfers year-round.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Springmaid Beach is 0-1ft with a 3.3s swell period. Wind is S at 15mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Springmaid Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.9ft ESE primary swell at 6s, a 0.3ft ESE secondary swell at 9s, a 0.3ft SE tertiary swell at 13s, a 1.7ft S 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 Springmaid Beach is Tuesday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 2ft waves, a 7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Springmaid Beach works best with a NE swell and NW 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 Springmaid 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.
Springmaid Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Springmaid Beach is a accessible sandy beach break located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering consistent waves that work well for learners and intermediate surfers. The gradual seafloor and forgiving sand bottom make it an ideal spot for progression, with peaks forming across the beach during moderate to good swell. This family-friendly break combines surfing with the broader appeal of Myrtle Beach's vacation atmosphere, making it popular with visiting surfers year-round.
The prime season at Springmaid 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 Springmaid Beach include swimmers, undertow during high swell, occasional jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Springmaid 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.
