Florida - West Coast
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Pass-A-Grille Jetty, 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. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with calm winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Sun, May 17: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with moderate E wind around 8mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 14mph.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 15mph out of the ESE.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 13mph E winds.
Wed, May 20: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with 11mph E winds.
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Pass-A-Grille Jetty sits at the southern tip of St. Pete Beach on florida - west coast, where the jetty structure helps organize the otherwise mushy Gulf swells into rideable, peeling waves. The spot faces due west into the Gulf of Mexico, meaning it picks up whatever wind swell or tropical energy rolls in, making it one of the more consistent surf options along this stretch of coastline. Its forgiving sand bottom and slower wave shape make it accessible to newer surfers, while the jetty itself creates fun little bowls and sections that keep more experienced riders entertained during a good swell.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Pass-A-Grille Jetty is 0-1ft with a 3.7s swell period. Wind is ESE at 9mph 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 Pass-A-Grille Jetty is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.8ft NW primary swell at 4s, a 0.7ft ENE 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.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Pass-A-Grille Jetty is Saturday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 1ft waves, a 2.45s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Pass-A-Grille Jetty 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 Pass-A-Grille Jetty. 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.
Pass-A-Grille Jetty is a point with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Pass-A-Grille Jetty sits at the southern tip of St. Pete Beach on florida - west coast, where the jetty structure helps organize the otherwise mushy Gulf swells into rideable, peeling waves. The spot faces due west into the Gulf of Mexico, meaning it picks up whatever wind swell or tropical energy rolls in, making it one of the more consistent surf options along this stretch of coastline. Its forgiving sand bottom and slower wave shape make it accessible to newer surfers, while the jetty itself creates fun little bowls and sections that keep more experienced riders entertained during a good swell.
The prime season at Pass-A-Grille Jetty 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 Pass-A-Grille Jetty include jetty rocks, strong currents, boat traffic, shallow sandbars, jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Pass-A-Grille Jetty 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.
