Springmaid Beach Surf Forecast, South Carolina
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Current Conditions
PoorWave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
7.2s
Wind
7mph
S / Gusts 15mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.3ft @ 7sSE
Wind Swell
2.0ft @ 4sSSE
Nearby Webcams
Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
PoorNot the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle SSW breeze.
6am9am12pm3pm
7s SE|5-7mph S
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
PoorNot the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle SE breeze.
6am9am12pm3pm
7s SE|5-7mph SE
Forecast Charts
Springmaid Beach Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
NE
Best Wind
NW
Season
Fall
Springmaid Beach is a accessible sandy beach break located in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering consistent waves that work well for learners and intermediate surfers. The gradual seafloor and forgiving sand bottom make it an ideal spot for progression, with peaks forming across the beach during moderate to good swell. This family-friendly break combines surfing with the broader appeal of Myrtle Beach's vacation atmosphere, making it popular with visiting surfers year-round.
SwimmersUndertow during high swellOccasional jellyfish
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Springmaid Beach Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Springmaid Beach?
The current wave height at Springmaid Beach is 1-2ft with a 7.2s swell period. Wind is S at 7mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Springmaid Beach surf forecast?
Our Springmaid 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 Springmaid Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Springmaid Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.3ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 2ft 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 Springmaid Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Springmaid Beach is Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.