Florida - East Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Deerfield 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: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 10mph E winds.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 13mph out of the E.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with strong E wind at 13mph.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 10mph ESE winds.
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Deerfield Beach is a laid-back Florida - East Coast surf spot situated in Broward County, offering mellow, rolling waves that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The beach faces east, picking up Atlantic groundswells and tropical storm pulses that push through during hurricane season, with fall typically delivering the most consistent rideable surf. Its wide sandy shoreline and relatively forgiving wave faces make it a popular local hangout, though the pier to the south can create fun sandbars and interesting peaks during the right conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Deerfield Beach is 1-2ft with a 3.95s swell period. Wind is NE at 2mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Deerfield Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.5ft NNE primary swell at 7s, a 0.3ft NNE secondary swell at 11s, a 0.2ft NE tertiary swell at 13s, a 1.4ft E 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 Deerfield Beach is Wednesday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 2ft waves, a 4.75s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Deerfield Beach works best with a E 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 Deerfield 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.
Deerfield Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Deerfield Beach is a laid-back Florida - East Coast surf spot situated in Broward County, offering mellow, rolling waves that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The beach faces east, picking up Atlantic groundswells and tropical storm pulses that push through during hurricane season, with fall typically delivering the most consistent rideable surf. Its wide sandy shoreline and relatively forgiving wave faces make it a popular local hangout, though the pier to the south can create fun sandbars and interesting peaks during the right conditions.
The prime season at Deerfield 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 Deerfield Beach include strong currents, pier pilings, jellyfish, crowded lineup during swells, shallow sandbars. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Deerfield 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.
