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Burkes Beach Surf Forecast, South Carolina

South Carolina

Hilton Head0-1ftFripp Island2-3ftHunting Island2-3ft
Burkes Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
7.65s
Wind
5mph
SE / Gusts 13mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
1.7ft @ 8sSE

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 312-3ft
Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with gentle SSE breeze.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SE|2-7mph WSW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light ESE winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s SE|5-9mph ESE
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Sat
2ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Fair

8s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Forecast Charts

Burkes Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
ESE
Best Wind
WNW
Season
Fall

Burkes Beach is a mellow, sandy beach break located on the South Carolina coast near Charleston, offering forgiving rollers that are perfect for learning surfers and those seeking a relaxed session. The beach faces west-northwest, picking up swell best from fall and winter Atlantic storm systems while remaining sheltered from the worst summer hurricanes. With its sandy bottom and gentle approach, this spot provides a stress-free environment to progress your skills without the intensity of more exposed breaks.

Occasional rip currentsStrong summer heat

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Burkes Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Burkes Beach?
The current wave height at Burkes Beach is 1-2ft with a 7.65s swell period. Wind is SE at 5mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Burkes Beach surf forecast?
Our Burkes 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Burkes Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Burkes Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.7ft SE wind swell swell at 8s. 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 Burkes Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Burkes Beach is Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 7.1s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.