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Indian Rocks Surf Forecast, Florida - West Coast

Florida - West Coast

Redington RocksFlatClearwater0-1ftMaderia Beach 0-1ft
Indian Rocks surf spot

Current Conditions

Very Poor
Wave Height
Flat
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
2.15s
Wind
7mph
NNE / Gusts 13mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.2ft @ 4sSSW
Wind Swell
0.9ft @ 2sESE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 31Flat
Very Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 10-1ft
Very Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 7mph from the E.

6am9am12pm3pm
3s SSE|7-9mph E
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
Poor

Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate E wind around 8mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
3s ESE|7-9mph ENE
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Forecast Charts

Indian Rocks Surf Spot Guide

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

Indian Rocks is a sandy beach break on Florida's Gulf Coast that catches long-period west-facing swells from the Gulf, making it a reliable spot when larger Atlantic swells can't reach the region. The sheltered location and gradual sandbars create mellow, forgiving waves ideal for learners and those seeking a relaxed paddle-out away from heavier reef breaks. This residential beach town offers easy access and a laid-back vibe, though conditions can be inconsistent during summer months when wind-driven chop dominates.

Occasional strong currentsInconsistent swell in summer

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

Indian Rocks Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Indian Rocks ?
The current wave height at Indian Rocks is Flat with a 2.15s swell period. Wind is NNE at 7mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Indian Rocks surf forecast?
Our Indian Rocks 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 Indian Rocks ?
The current breaking wave height at Indian Rocks is Flat, produced by a 0.2ft SSW primary swell at 4s, a 0.9ft ESE wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Indian Rocks ?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Indian Rocks is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 2.55s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.