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The Pier (Pawleys Island) Surf Forecast

South Carolina

The Pier (Pawleys Island) surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
7.75s
Wind
2mph
N / Gusts 2mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.8ft @ 8sESE

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Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
SE
Best Wind
NW
Season
Fall

The Pier at Pawleys Island is a mellow beach break that works best when southeast swells wrap around the South Carolina coast and align with the pier structure. This sandy bottom setup offers forgiving, rolling waves ideal for beginners and intermediates, with the iconic fishing pier providing a visual landmark and some protection from wind. The spot picks up more consistent swell during fall and winter when Atlantic storms generate offshore energy, making it a reliable option when other nearby breaks turn flat.

Pier pilingsFishing linesCrowds during peak season

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s ESE|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Poor

Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s ESE|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Very Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
5s S|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s E|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor - Fair

Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s ESE|Calm

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The Pier (Pawleys Island) Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for The Pier (Pawleys Island)?
The current wave height at The Pier (Pawleys Island) is 1-2ft with a 7.75s swell period. Wind is N at 2mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the The Pier (Pawleys Island) surf forecast?
Our The Pier (Pawleys Island) 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.