
Surf Forecasts:
Delray Public Beach surf forecast from 12 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 19 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 11s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 18 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 12s period, ESE swell with 46 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 19 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 11s period with ESE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Delray Public Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Delray Public Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 11s. Another secondary swell of 0.5m and 3s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Delray Public Beach in the next 16 days are 0.4m 12s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 18) at 11PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2AM (Wed 19th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 2AM (Wed 19th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 11PM (Tue 18th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Delray Public Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, grab a coffee, let's get into it. This is Rusty, and I've got to be honest with you, the outlook for Delray Public Beach over the next 16 days is a tough one. We're looking at a long stretch of mostly flat, small conditions. The first real glimmer of anything surfable doesn't appear until Saturday the 15th, and even then it's a bit of a struggle. For the days before that, from Wednesday the 12th right through Friday the 14th, we're dealing with tiny, almost non-existent waves—the kind of thing that makes you wonder if you forgot to deflate your board. That's a solid three-day gap with basically nothing.
Let's talk about the best we've got. Saturday the 15th morning sees a tiny bump, with the swell coming in at 3 ft from the SE, but it's a short-period 5 seconds, so it's going to be pretty weak and jumbled. The combined energy is only 44, which is weak. The wind is a cross-onshore breeze, so expect it to be a bit choppy. It's not great, but it's the most size we see for a while. Sunday the 16th is similar, but smaller.
Now, the real window of opportunity, if you can call it that, is the middle of the following week. Monday the 17th morning, we get a brief moment of glory. The wind goes glassy from the NW, and the swell picks up a bit of period to 8 seconds from the ESE. The wave height is still only 1 ft, but with that glassy surface, it's going to be as clean as a whistle. The combined energy is a weak 19. It's a micro-grind, but it's the cleanest wave we'll see. Tuesday the 18th morning is a repeat of that: glassy conditions from the NNE and a tiny 1 ft, 8-second ESE swell, with energy sitting at 28. This is the one to set your alarm for.
For a beginner, these tiny, clean waves are actually perfect. The size is well under 5 ft, so it's safe and forgiving. The main thing to know is that crowds are possible at Delray Public Beach, especially on these rare, clean mornings. You'll be sharing the water, but with waves this small, everyone will be friendly.
The rest of the run is a write-off. From Thursday the 20th onwards, we're back to tiny, short-period windswell with onshore and cross-onshore winds. The energy stays weak, always below 36. The water temperature is about average for this time of year, which is fine. Honestly, for the next two weeks, you're better off bringing a kiteboard if you have one, because the consistent onshore wind and small, choppy surf will be more fun for that than for paddling.
Keep an eye on the Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th mornings. That's the only true stand-out, and it's a small one. Otherwise, we're in a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Warm (max 31°C on Wed afternoon, min 28°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Mon afternoon, min 28°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 12 | Thursday 13 | Friday 14 | Saturday 15 | Sunday 16 | Monday 17 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | SE 3 | SE 4 | SSE 4 | ESE 4 | SE 5 | S 5 | SE 5 | SSE 5 | SE 5 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 |
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4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 32 | 14 | 21 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 6 | 7 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | glassy | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross | glassy | on | off |
High Tide | 8:16PM0.97m | 8:29AM0.96m | 9:03PM1.00m | 9:21AM0.98m | 9:48PM1.01m | 10:09AM0.99m | 10:31PM0.99m | 10:57AM0.98m | 11:13PM0.96m | 11:43AM0.94m | 11:54PM0.91m | 12:28PM0.90m | 00:37AM0.86m | ||||||
Low Tide | 2:20AM0.02m | 2:42PM-0.11m | 3:10AM-0.03m | 3:32PM-0.09m | 3:58AM-0.05m | 4:20PM-0.05m | 4:45AM-0.06m | 5:07PM0.01m | 5:32AM-0.04m | 5:54PM0.07m | 6:18AM0.01m | 6:42PM0.14m | |||||||
— | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | |
8:00 | — | 7:59 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:55 | — | — | 7:54 | — | |
mm | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 |
Temp °C | 30 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 30 |
Feels °C | 33 | 34 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 34 | 34 | 32 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ESE 7 | ESE 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | SSE 4 | E 7 | NE 12 | S 5 | ESE 7 | SSE 5 | ESE 8 | SSE 5 | ESE 8 | SE 3 | ESE 8 |
4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 13 | 2 | 7 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 8 | SSE 5 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 8 | NE 9 | NE 9 | E 7 | NE 13 | NE 9 | NE 12 | NE 11 | ESE 4 | NE 10 | ESE 8 | SSE 4 | ESE 8 | SSE 3 |
3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 1 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | NE 8 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NE 9 | NE 8 | NE 9 | E 8 | NE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 | NE 10 | NE 10 | NE 9 | NE 9 |
— | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 5 | — | SE 3 | SSE 3 | SSE 3 | SE 3 | SE 3 | SE 4 | ESE 4 | ESE 4 | SE 5 | ESE 5 | SE 5 | — | SE 5 | S 6 | — | — | — |
2 | — | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 32 | 14 | 21 | — | 11 | 5 | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 923 | 309 | 431 | 1198 | 980 | 1592 | 1198 | 980 | 1107 | 918 | 620 | 1700 | 768 | 292 | 352 | 292 | 292 | 292 | 292 |
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Information about the Delray Public Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Delray Public Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Delray Public Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Delray Public Beach surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Delray Public Beach) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Delray Public Beach may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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