Florida - West Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Naples, Florida - West Coast. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 10mph by PM.
Sun, May 17: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with light winds out of the ESE.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 10mph ENE winds.
Tue, May 19: flat–flatft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with moderate ENE wind around 9mph.
Wed, May 20: flat–flatft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with gentle NE breeze.
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Naples offers accessible beach breaks along Florida's Gulf Coast, with gentle, rolling waves ideal for learning surfers and cruisers. The sandy bottom and sheltered eastern-facing exposure create consistent small to medium waves, particularly when Gulf swells or tropical systems generate southerly swell. While not a world-class destination, Naples provides a fun, forgiving alternative to the Atlantic side's more powerful breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Naples is 0-1ft with a 4.1s swell period. Wind is ESE at 2mph 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 Naples is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.7ft WNW primary 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.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Naples is Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 1ft waves, a 4.05s swell period, and conditions rated Very Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Naples works best with a W swell and E 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 Naples. 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.
Naples is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Naples offers accessible beach breaks along Florida's Gulf Coast, with gentle, rolling waves ideal for learning surfers and cruisers. The sandy bottom and sheltered eastern-facing exposure create consistent small to medium waves, particularly when Gulf swells or tropical systems generate southerly swell. While not a world-class destination, Naples provides a fun, forgiving alternative to the Atlantic side's more powerful breaks.
The prime season at Naples 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 Naples include warm water marine life, occasional strong currents, summer thunderstorms, crowded during peak season. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Naples 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
