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Delray Beach Surf Forecast, Florida - East Coast

Florida - East Coast

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Delray Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
4.95s
Wind
11mph
ENE / Gusts 16mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.8ft @ 9sNE
Wind Swell
3.3ft @ 5sENE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 12mph from the ENE.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s NNE|12mph ENE
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with strong E wind at 14mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s NE|13-14mph E
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor

A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor conditions with 14mph E winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 18mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s NE|14-18mph ESE
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Delray Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

Delray Beach is a laid-back stretch of Florida - East Coast shoreline that picks up easterly swells rolling across the Atlantic, typically producing small, mushy waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The sandy bottom and gently sloping shore make it forgiving, and the break can come alive during fall hurricane swells when surf reaches overhead heights with more power and shape. Its lively beach town atmosphere and easy water access make it a popular spot for surfers of all levels looking for a fun session along South Florida's coast.

Rip currentsSwimmers and beach crowdsJellyfishSharksFlat conditions during summer

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

Delray Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Delray Beach?
The current wave height at Delray Beach is 1-2ft with a 4.95s swell period. Wind is ENE at 11mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Delray Beach surf forecast?
Our Delray 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 Delray Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Delray Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.8ft NE primary swell at 9s, a 3.3ft ENE wind swell swell at 5s. 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 Delray Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Delray Beach is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 5.55s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.