Florida - East Coast
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Haulover for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Haulover, Florida - East Coast. 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, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly very poor with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with gentle NNW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 9mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and very poor with 9mph SE winds.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 9mph from the SSE. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Haulover is a popular beach break on Florida - East Coast, situated near the Haulover Inlet just north of Miami Beach, where the inlet's tidal flow helps shape sandbars that can produce surprisingly punchy waves for the region. The spot picks up East and Northeast swells rolling across the Atlantic, delivering short, fast rides that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders but can challenge intermediates on bigger hurricane swells in fall. Its proximity to the inlet creates interesting sand movement and occasional rip currents that add a dynamic character to an otherwise mellow stretch of South Florida coastline.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Haulover is 0-1ft with a 2.75s swell period. Wind is ENE at 10mph 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 Haulover is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.6ft E primary swell at 3s, a 0.2ft NE secondary swell at 9s. 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 Haulover is Saturday from 2 PM to 5 PM with 1ft waves, a 4.1s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Haulover 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 Haulover. 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.
Haulover is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Haulover is a popular beach break on Florida - East Coast, situated near the Haulover Inlet just north of Miami Beach, where the inlet's tidal flow helps shape sandbars that can produce surprisingly punchy waves for the region. The spot picks up East and Northeast swells rolling across the Atlantic, delivering short, fast rides that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders but can challenge intermediates on bigger hurricane swells in fall. Its proximity to the inlet creates interesting sand movement and occasional rip currents that add a dynamic character to an otherwise mellow stretch of South Florida coastline.
The prime season at Haulover 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 Haulover include strong currents, rip currents, boat traffic, crowds, jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Haulover 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.
