What is the current surf forecast for A St.?
The current wave height at A St. is 2-3ft with a 6.7s swell period. Wind is ENE at 10mph. Conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
A St. Surf Forecast, Florida - East Coast
LiveFlorida - East Coast
Right nowPoor
2-3ft
Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 9mph from the ESE and poor conditions.
Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 9mph from the ESE and poor conditions.
Swell
2.1ft
7s · ESE
Wind
10–17mph
ENE · Cross-on
Water
83°F
Boardshorts / rashguard
Tide
High
falling · low 7:54 PM
Surf: nearshore model · 1 PM localWind: model · 1 PM localTide: forecast
Best window·Friday 6AM–9AM·2-3+ft·Fair - Good
Registered at the buoy
Swell2.4ft @ 9s E
A St. 5-Day Forecast Summary
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at A St., Florida - East Coast. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor conditions with moderate SE wind around 8mph.
Fri, Sep 4: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor. The sweet spot is around midday — 3-4ft waves, gentle SSE breeze, fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Sat, Sep 5: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor with gentle SW breeze.
Sun, Sep 6: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 8mph WSW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 14mph.
Mon, Sep 7: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on E swell at 9s with light winds out of the NNW. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 11mph from the NE and dropping conditions to very poor.
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Better right now nearby:Matanzas InletPoor - Fair2-3ft· rivermouth· 10 mi
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A St. Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Heavy
Best Swell
ENE
Best Wind
WSW
Season
Fall
A Street is a long-standing local favorite on St. Augustine Beach with drive-on beach access (4WD). It breaks on even the smallest days, offering fun, long rides over shifting sandbars. The nearby Pit Surf Shop and live surf cam make it easy to check conditions. Consistently crowded but the lineup is usually mellow and welcoming.
Rip currentsSoft sand bottom drop-offsJellyfishHeavy beach traffic in summerSharks
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
A St. Surf Forecast FAQ
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A St. Surf Forecast FAQ
(9)What is the breaking wave height at A St.?
The current breaking wave height at A St. is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.1ft ESE wind swell swell at 7s, a 1.7ft E secondary swell at 9s, a 1.3ft NE wind swell swell at 5s. 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.
When is the best time to surf A St.?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf A St. is Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 5.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
What swell and wind direction work best at A St.?
A St. works best with a ENE swell and WSW winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
What tide is best at A St.?
Tide plays a big role at A St.. 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.
What kind of wave is A St. and who is it for?
A St. is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. A Street is a long-standing local favorite on St. Augustine Beach with drive-on beach access (4WD). It breaks on even the smallest days, offering fun, long rides over shifting sandbars. The nearby Pit Surf Shop and live surf cam make it easy to check conditions. Consistently crowded but the lineup is usually mellow and welcoming.
When is the best season to surf A St.?
The prime season at A St. 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.
Are there any hazards to know about at A St.?
Common hazards at A St. include rip currents, soft sand bottom drop-offs, jellyfish, heavy beach traffic in summer, sharks. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
How accurate is the A St. surf forecast?
Our A St. 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).