Debordieu Surf Forecast, South Carolina
South Carolina
Current Conditions
PoorWave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
7.3s
Wind
6mph
S / Gusts 12mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
3.0ft @ 7sSE
Nearest Webcam
Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
PoorPretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with gentle SSW breeze.
6am9am12pm3pm
7s SE|5-7mph S
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
PoorSlim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light winds out of the SSE.
6am9am12pm3pm
8s SE|4-8mph SSE
Forecast Charts
Debordieu Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
SE
Best Wind
NW
Season
Fall
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.
Occasional strong currentsShallow sandbarsPossible lightning during summer storms
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Debordieu Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Debordieu?
The current wave height at Debordieu is 1-2ft with a 7.3s swell period. Wind is S at 6mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Debordieu surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Debordieu?
The current breaking wave height at Debordieu is 1-2ft, produced by a 3ft SE wind swell swell at 7s. 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 Debordieu?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Debordieu is Sunday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 2ft waves, a 8.2s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.