What month is best to surf in Florida?

Florida's typical surfing season runs from early August through winter and well into mid-spring. The main swell season is winter, from November to March. The swells originate from North Atlantic low pressures, generating waves up to three meters.



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The Best Time to Go If you want larger swells, though, surf season in Florida is from early August through winter and even spills over into spring. Main swell season in the Sunshine State takes place from November to March and can generate waves up to nearly 10 feet high.

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Florida's east coast contains a majority of the best Florida surfing spots. You can find big waves and more consistent surf than on the Gulf Coast. A lot of surfing towns in the Sunshine State offer plenty of fun things to do to round out your trip.

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The beach breaks will get the best surfing conditions during those months. From mid-April to November the pacific ocean receives more consistent waves which is ideal for experienced surfers.

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Cocoa Beach may be the surf capital of Florida, but there are plenty of things to do when the waves are flat (or your arms are sore). Surf addicts can visit the Florida Surf Museum inside the Ron Jon Surf Shop, which has a rotation of cool events and exhibits.

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Florida: Florida's east coast and Gulf coast offer surfers a unique experience with warm waters and a tropical climate. While Florida doesn't have the consistent, high-quality waves found in California and Hawaii, it has its own charm and attracts surfers looking for a different vibe and milder conditions.

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Reef Road – Palm Beach, FL The beach by the south jetty is the place for the most intense waves. Reef Road conditions can be moody with small swells and waves that section off.

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Just like any non-impact sport, there is no age limit for surfing. Boys and girls start surfing as early as 3 years old and famous old surfers like Woody Brown and John H. Doc Ball were still paddling into waves well into their late 80s.

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Here are some of the top Florida surfing beaches for beginners.
  • Cocoa Beach. Cocoa Beach ranks as one of the best surf beaches in Florida for its shallow sand bar and small waves. ...
  • South Beach. South Beach is great for starter surfers who are in the Miami area. ...
  • New Smyrna Beach. ...
  • Palm Beach. ...
  • Destin Beach. ...
  • Sebastian Inlet.


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Between the Georgia state line and Cape Canaveral National Seashore, you'll find breaks such as Mayport Poles — one of the few places where you can catch good, clean surf in the middle of a raging northeaster — St. Augustine's Blowhole and New Smyrna Beach, the most consistent surf spot in all of Florida.

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Atlantic Coast The waters of the Atlantic Ocean on the East Coast of Florida are, in general, known to have more wave action than the Gulf Coast.

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The best time of year for surfing Jaws with consistent clean waves (rideable swell with light / offshore winds) is during Winter and most often the month of December.

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Water Temperature: The water temperature in South Florida can vary depending on the time of year and location. During the winter months, the water can be quite chilly in Central and North Florida, so a full wetsuit with boots may be necessary. In the summer, it's usually boardshorts and a rashguard will suffice.

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The best time of year for surfing South Beach (Miami) with consistent clean waves (rideable swell with light / offshore winds) is during Winter and most often the month of January.

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Clearwater Beach The water here is calm, as well as looking gorgeous, and it's easy to while away hours on the soft white sand, which stretches for 2.5 miles – so there's plenty of space to spread out. What is this?

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