Florida - West Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Treasure Island, 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, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with moderate W wind around 12mph.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with gentle N breeze.
Wed, May 13: flat–flatft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with moderate NE wind around 9mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
Thu, May 14: flat–flatft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with 8mph NNW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
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Treasure Island is a sheltered Gulf Coast beach break offering mellow, rolling waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving surface with consistent peaks along the beach, making it accessible for surfers of all levels. Protected from the strongest Atlantic swells by Florida's geography, this spot works best during autumn when Gulf storms generate the most reliable wave energy.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Treasure Island is 0-1ft with a 3.1s swell period. Wind is WSW at 11mph 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 Treasure Island is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.5ft SSW primary swell at 4s, a 0.3ft SW secondary swell at 5s, a 0.3ft W 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 Treasure Island is Thursday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 1ft waves, a 2.95s swell period, and conditions rated Very Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Treasure Island 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 Treasure Island. 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.
Treasure Island is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Treasure Island is a sheltered Gulf Coast beach break offering mellow, rolling waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving surface with consistent peaks along the beach, making it accessible for surfers of all levels. Protected from the strongest Atlantic swells by Florida's geography, this spot works best during autumn when Gulf storms generate the most reliable wave energy.
The prime season at Treasure Island 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 Treasure Island include jellyfish, shallow water, tourism crowds. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Treasure 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
