Florida - West Coast
Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with moderate NE wind around 9mph.
Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with moderate NE wind around 9mph.
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Chandeleur Islands for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Chandeleur Islands, Florida - West 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: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate NE wind around 9mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Fri, Sep 4: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 11mph from the NW.
Sat, Sep 5: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate WSW wind around 9mph.
Sun, Sep 6: 0–1ft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 9mph NW winds.
Mon, Sep 7: 0–1ft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light NE winds.
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The Chandeleur Islands offer isolated beach breaks across a chain of barrier islands in the Gulf of Mexico, with consistent small to medium waves that work best during summer gulf swells. These pristine, underdeveloped breaks attract adventurous surfers seeking solitude and uncrowded conditions far from the mainland. The shallow sandbars shift regularly, creating dynamic and mellow peaks ideal for progression.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Chandeleur Islands is 0-1ft with a 1.8s swell period. Wind is NE at 9mph. 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 Chandeleur Islands is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.6ft ENE 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 Chandeleur Islands is Tuesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 1.9s swell period, and conditions rated Very Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Chandeleur Islands works best with a S swell and N 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 Chandeleur Islands. 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.
Chandeleur Islands is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. The Chandeleur Islands offer isolated beach breaks across a chain of barrier islands in the Gulf of Mexico, with consistent small to medium waves that work best during summer gulf swells. These pristine, underdeveloped breaks attract adventurous surfers seeking solitude and uncrowded conditions far from the mainland. The shallow sandbars shift regularly, creating dynamic and mellow peaks ideal for progression.
The prime season at Chandeleur Islands is summer, 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 Chandeleur Islands include remote location, boat access required, shallow waters, strong currents, marine life. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Chandeleur Islands 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).
