South Carolina
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Debordieu for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Debordieu, South Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 1–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with glassy conditions. Expect the wind to bump up to around 10mph by PM.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on ESE swell at 7s with light ENE winds. The E wind kicks in by afternoon — 10mph and poor by then.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on ESE swell at 8s with light N winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 13mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 11mph by PM.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–1ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with light WSW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Debordieu is a mellow beach break located on South Carolina's central coast, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for learning and progression. The spot faces northwest toward the Atlantic, picking up southeast swells most efficiently during fall and winter months when tropical systems and nor'easters push consistent wave energy toward the Carolina coast. With light crowds and gentle beach break characteristics, this spot provides a relaxed alternative to busier nearby breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Debordieu is 0-1ft with a 7.5s swell period. Wind is ENE at 9mph 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 Debordieu is 0-1ft, produced by a 1ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 2.7ft ENE 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 Debordieu is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 7.75s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Debordieu works best with a SE 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 Debordieu. 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.
Debordieu is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Debordieu is a mellow beach break located on South Carolina's central coast, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for learning and progression. The spot faces northwest toward the Atlantic, picking up southeast swells most efficiently during fall and winter months when tropical systems and nor'easters push consistent wave energy toward the Carolina coast. With light crowds and gentle beach break characteristics, this spot provides a relaxed alternative to busier nearby breaks.
The prime season at Debordieu 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 Debordieu include occasional strong currents, shallow sandbars, possible lightning during summer storms. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Debordieu 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
