Litchfield Beach Surf Forecast, South Carolina
South Carolina
Current Conditions
Very PoorWave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
7.25s
Wind
6mph
S / Gusts 13mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.4ft @ 7sSE
Wind Swell
1.9ft @ 4sSSE
Nearest Webcam
Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 310-1ft
Very Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
PoorNot the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light S winds.
6am9am12pm3pm
7s SE|5-8mph S
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
PoorNot the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle SSE breeze.
6am9am12pm3pm
7s SE|5-7mph SE
Forecast Charts
Litchfield Beach Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
ESE
Best Wind
WNW
Season
Fall
Litchfield Beach is a mellow, sand-bottomed beach break located along South Carolina's Grand Strand, offering forgiving waves perfect for learning and progressing. The spot faces southwest and picks up solid swell during Atlantic storm systems and hurricane season, with consistent peeling waves across a wide beach. This uncrowded gem provides plenty of space to paddle out and work on technique in a relaxed, family-friendly environment.
Occasional strong currentsSeasonal undertow
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Litchfield Beach Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Litchfield Beach?
The current wave height at Litchfield Beach is 0-1ft with a 7.25s swell period. Wind is S at 6mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Litchfield Beach surf forecast?
Our Litchfield 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 Litchfield Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Litchfield Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.4ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 1.9ft SSE 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.
When is the best time to surf Litchfield Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Litchfield Beach is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 7.25s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.