Florida - East Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Apollo Beach, Florida - East Coast. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. The sweet spot is around midday — 3-4ft waves, 17mph ESE winds, poor conditions.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 3-4ft on E swell at 8s with 10mph from the SE. Onshore flow builds through the day to 15mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Mon, May 18: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 4-5ft on E swell at 8s with gentle ESE breeze. Onshore flow builds through the day to 11mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Tue, May 19: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 4-5ft waves on E swell at 6s and gentle E breeze. The ENE wind kicks in by afternoon — 11mph and poor - fair by then.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on E swell at 5s and glassy conditions. The E wind kicks in by afternoon — 10mph and poor - fair by then.
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Apollo Beach sits at the far northern end of Canaveral National Seashore, part of the longest stretch of undeveloped Atlantic coastline in Florida (24 miles). The sand is distinctively cinnamon-colored from crushed coquina shells. A true wilderness surf experience with shifting sandbars and no development — near-zero crowds, but also no lifeguards and limited amenities.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Apollo Beach is 2-3ft with a 6.5s swell period. Wind is E at 11mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Apollo Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 2ft NE primary swell at 6s, a 0.3ft ENE secondary swell at 12s, a 2.4ft ESE wind swell swell at 4s. 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 Apollo Beach is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 8.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Apollo Beach works best with a NE swell and W 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 Apollo 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.
Apollo Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Apollo Beach sits at the far northern end of Canaveral National Seashore, part of the longest stretch of undeveloped Atlantic coastline in Florida (24 miles). The sand is distinctively cinnamon-colored from crushed coquina shells. A true wilderness surf experience with shifting sandbars and no development — near-zero crowds, but also no lifeguards and limited amenities.
The prime season at Apollo 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 Apollo Beach include rip currents, sharks, remote location, no lifeguards. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Apollo 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.
