
Surf Forecasts:
Delray Public Beach surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 2 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 5s period, SSE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 2 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 5s period, SSE swell with 56 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 8PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 5s period with SSE 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 Sunday (Aug 02) at 8PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Delray Public Beach in the next 16 days are 1.2m 5s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 8PM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 5s |
| Best Surf | 8PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 5s |
| Most Powerful | 8PM (Sun 2nd Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 5s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Delray Public Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you: the next 16 days are looking pretty flat for the Delray Public Beach area. There’s a long stretch—from the start of the period all the way through to around the 11th of August—where there’s just nothing worth paddling out for. We’re talking tiny, weak swells and poor surf conditions across the board. But don’t lose hope, because the tail end of the forecast shows a small bump in energy that might just be worth a look.
Right now, we’re looking at a real flat spell. From Tuesday the 28th of July right through to Monday the 10th of August, the swell heights are barely a ripple, mostly between 0.3 ft and 3 ft. The energy is incredibly weak, with combined swell energy readings often in the single digits or low teens (like 13, 15, or 11). The swell direction is all over the place—ENE, E, NE—but it doesn’t matter because there’s no power behind it. The period is short, mostly 4 to 10 seconds, so these are just wind slop, not real groundswell. Winds are mostly cross-off or cross-on, but with such small waves, it’s just not surfable. Even the cleanest morning windows are a no-go.
Now, let’s talk about the water temperature. It’s about average for this time of year, nothing unusual. So if you’re just looking for a swim, it’s fine, but for surfing? Forget it.
The first real glimmer of hope comes on Tuesday the 11th of August. The morning shows a 1 ft swell from the NE with a period of 9 seconds, and the combined energy jumps to 42 (moderate). The wind is light from the SE, so it’s a light cross-onshore with small wind ripples. It’s still not exciting, but it’s the best we’ve seen in two weeks. The afternoon holds similar energy at 40, with a bit more onshore wind. This is a true stand-out only because everything else is so poor—don’t expect anything epic. It’s a beginner-friendly wave, so if you’re just keen to get wet on a tiny board, you might get a few knee-high runners.
Then on Wednesday the 12th of August, there’s another small bump. The morning shows a 1 ft NE swell, 9-second period, and the combined energy hits 51 (still moderate). The wind is light from the ESE and onshore, but the energy is a bit more consistent. Again, this is not a classic day, but it’s the best of a very poor run.
Overall, expect a solid 14-day stretch of nothing before these tiny pulses on the 11th and 12th. If you’re a beginner, the 11th morning might be okay for a mess-around. For everyone else, leave the board at home. The setup is so weak that it’s more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing if the wind picks up.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 34°C on Wed afternoon, min 27°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 33°C on Fri afternoon, min 27°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | ENE 8 | S 4 | E 8 | E 8 | S 4 | NE 9 | S 4 | N 5 | NE 10 | SE 3 | SSE 4 | E 8 | SSE 3 | SSE 4 | ESE 8 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 |
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6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 3 | 20 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 29 | 9 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 8:02PM0.78m | 8:02AM0.74m | 8:42PM0.81m | 8:45AM0.77m | 9:21PM0.84m | 9:27AM0.78m | 9:58PM0.85m | 10:08AM0.80m | 10:34PM0.85m | 10:50AM0.82m | 11:09PM0.84m | 11:32AM0.83m | 11:46PM0.83m | ||||||
Low Tide | 2:07AM0.17m | 2:19PM0.01m | 2:46AM0.14m | 2:57PM0.00m | 3:24AM0.11m | 3:35PM0.00m | 4:01AM0.09m | 4:12PM0.01m | 4:37AM0.06m | 4:51PM0.03m | 5:15AM0.03m | 5:32PM0.06m | |||||||
— | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | 6:45 | — | — | |
8:09 | — | 8:08 | — | — | 8:08 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 5 | — | — | 6 |
Temp °C | 31 | 31 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 34 | 32 | 30 | 34 | 32 | 30 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 32 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 28 |
Feels °C | 32 | 33 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 35 | 30 | 31 | 34 | 32 | 31 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 4 | ENE 8 | NNE 6 | S 4 | NNE 6 | S 3 | S 4 | E 8 | SSE 4 | N 5 | — | NE 10 | SSE 4 | E 8 | E 8 | SSE 4 | ESE 8 | NE 8 | E 8 |
3 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 5 | — | 4 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 5 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 8 | E 8 | ENE 8 | NNE 6 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | NE 9 | E 8 | S 4 | — | E 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 9 | ESE 8 | NE 8 | N 5 | NE 8 |
6 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | — | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | NE 6 | E 8 | NE 9 | NE 9 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 6 | NE 9 | E 8 | NE 10 | E 7 | E 7 | — | — | NE 8 | N 6 | N 5 | — |
1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 2 | WSW 2 | — | WSW 3 | SW 3 | S 4 | WSW 3 | SW 2 | S 4 | W 3 | — | SE 3 | W 3 | — | SSE 3 | WSW 2 | SSW 2 | SSE 4 | SSE 4 |
1 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 20 | 3 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 10 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 9 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 367 | 691 | 309 | 367 | 309 | 360 | 378 | 768 | 419 | 1107 | 309 | 360 | 1198 | 929 | 419 | 804 | 804 | 379 | 163 |
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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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