South Carolina
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at 27th Ave/North Myrtle, South Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with calm winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 14mph.
Sun, May 17: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light SW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light S winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 7mph.
Wed, May 20: flat–flatft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — Flat waves and very poor conditions with gentle SW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
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27th Ave in North Myrtle Beach is a classic Atlantic Coast beach break that works best during autumn swells and nor'easters. The sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions perfect for learning, with consistent peaks along the broad Myrtle Beach shoreline that can handle various swell angles. This spot offers easily accessible waves in a family-friendly area, making it ideal for surfers looking to avoid heavy crowds while still scoring fun, peeling sets.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at 27th Ave/North Myrtle is 0-1ft with a 7.25s swell period. Wind is SW at 6mph 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 27th Ave/North Myrtle is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.5ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 0.9ft SSW 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 27th Ave/North Myrtle is Saturday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 1ft waves, a 7.3s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
27th Ave/North Myrtle 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 27th Ave/North Myrtle. 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.
27th Ave/North Myrtle is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. 27th Ave in North Myrtle Beach is a classic Atlantic Coast beach break that works best during autumn swells and nor'easters. The sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions perfect for learning, with consistent peaks along the broad Myrtle Beach shoreline that can handle various swell angles. This spot offers easily accessible waves in a family-friendly area, making it ideal for surfers looking to avoid heavy crowds while still scoring fun, peeling sets.
The prime season at 27th Ave/North Myrtle 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 27th Ave/North Myrtle include occasional strong currents, swimmers in summer months. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our 27th Ave/North Myrtle 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.
