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Fort Lauderdale Surf Forecast, Florida - East Coast

Florida - East Coast

NE 14th Ct.1-2ftCommercial Pier1-2ftSpoils1-2ft
Fort Lauderdale surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
4.95s
Wind
7mph
E / Gusts 13mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.4ft @ 9sNNE
Wind Swell
3.7ft @ 5sENE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and poor with strong E wind at 15mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s NNE|12-15mph E
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and poor with 12mph from the E. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 16mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s NNE|12-16mph E
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Fort Lauderdale Surf Spot Guide

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

Fort Lauderdale on Florida's East Coast is a mellow beach break that catches easterly swells rolling in off the Atlantic, offering gentle, crumbly waves that are ideal for beginners and longboarders. The surf here is typically small and consistent, with occasional bumps from passing tropical systems in the fall months bringing the most rideable conditions. What makes this spot special is its laid-back vibe and accessibility, set against the backdrop of one of South Florida's most vibrant coastal cities.

Strong rip currentsCrowded lineups during swellsBoat trafficJellyfishSharks

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

Fort Lauderdale Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Fort Lauderdale?
The current wave height at Fort Lauderdale is 1-2ft with a 4.95s swell period. Wind is E at 7mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Fort Lauderdale surf forecast?
Our Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?
The current breaking wave height at Fort Lauderdale is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.4ft NNE primary swell at 9s, a 3.7ft 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 Fort Lauderdale?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Fort Lauderdale is Friday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 5.7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.