Florida - West Coast
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Treasure Island for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Treasure Island, Florida - West Coast. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: flat–flatft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Wed, Jul 1: flat–flatft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with light ENE winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Thu, Jul 2: flat–flatft, 2s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — Flat waves and very poor conditions with moderate E wind around 7mph.
Fri, Jul 3: flat–flatft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with gentle SSW breeze. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Sat, Jul 4: flat–flatft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with light winds out of the SE.
Treasure Island is a sheltered Gulf Coast beach break offering mellow, rolling waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving surface with consistent peaks along the beach, making it accessible for surfers of all levels. Protected from the strongest Atlantic swells by Florida's geography, this spot works best during autumn when Gulf storms generate the most reliable wave energy.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Treasure Island is Flat with a 3.1s swell period. Wind is W at 12mph 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 Treasure Island is Flat, produced by a 0.4ft WNW wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Treasure Island is Tuesday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 0ft waves, a 3.15s swell period, and conditions rated Very Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Treasure Island 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 Treasure Island. 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.
Treasure Island is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Treasure Island is a sheltered Gulf Coast beach break offering mellow, rolling waves perfect for learning and progression. The sandy bottom provides a forgiving surface with consistent peaks along the beach, making it accessible for surfers of all levels. Protected from the strongest Atlantic swells by Florida's geography, this spot works best during autumn when Gulf storms generate the most reliable wave energy.
The prime season at Treasure Island 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 Treasure Island include jellyfish, shallow water, tourism crowds. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Treasure Island 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
