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Okaloosa Pier Surf Forecast, Florida - West Coast

Florida - West Coast

Destin0-1ftNavarre Beach1-2ftThe Cross (Pensacola Beach)2-3ft
Okaloosa Pier surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
5.15s
Wind
8mph
SSE / Gusts 15mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
2.7ft @ 5sSSE

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Fair

Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on SSE swell at 6s — light ESE winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s SSE|4-8mph ESE
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Fair

Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on SSE swell at 6s — gentle SE breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s SSE|6-12mph ESE
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Forecast Charts

Okaloosa Pier Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
S
Best Wind
N
Season
Fall

Okaloosa Pier sits along the Florida Panhandle on florida - west coast, where the Gulf of Mexico delivers small, mellow waves that peel across a sandy bottom — ideal for beginners and longboarders looking to log easy rides. The pier itself creates interesting rip channels on either side that can help concentrate swell energy and add a touch of shape to otherwise mushy conditions. Fall tropical systems tracking through the Gulf offer the best shot at overhead surf, while summer brings warm water and consistent knee-to-waist-high runners perfect for cruising.

Pier pilingsStrong currents near pierJellyfishSwimmersFlat conditions most of the year

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

Okaloosa Pier Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Okaloosa Pier?
The current wave height at Okaloosa Pier is 1-2ft with a 5.15s swell period. Wind is SSE at 8mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Okaloosa Pier surf forecast?
Our Okaloosa Pier 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 Okaloosa Pier?
The current breaking wave height at Okaloosa Pier is 1-2ft, produced by a 2.7ft SSE 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 Okaloosa Pier?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Okaloosa Pier is Saturday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 3ft waves, a 6.95s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.