
Surf Forecasts:
Flagler Pier surf forecast from 18 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Thursday 23 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period, SE swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 2AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 8s period, ESE swell with 110 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 23 Jul, 11AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period with SE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Flagler Pier this week:
The surf forecast for Flagler Pier over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 23) at 11AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 5s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Flagler Pier in the next 16 days are 0.9m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 5s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 11AM (Thu 23rd Jul) | 2.5ft (0.8m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Flagler Pier over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s heading our way for Flagler Pier.
To be straight with you, the next couple of weeks are looking pretty quiet. We’ve got a long stretch of small, weak surf ahead, and honestly, for the first week and a half or so, there’s barely anything worth paddling out for. From Saturday the 18th all the way through to Wednesday the 22nd of July, the swell is tiny—mostly around 0.7ft to 3ft—with short, weak periods and very low wave energy (under 50). The winds are mostly cross or cross-off, but the swell just isn’t there. It’s a real flat spell.
Things start to show a tiny pulse of life on Thursday the 23rd of July. The morning brings a southeast swell of 3ft with a period of 8 seconds, pushing the combined energy up to a moderate 117. Winds are light and cross-off from the SSW, so it’s clean. The wave comment says “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions,” and that’s about right. It’s not a standout, but it’s the first real sign of something rideable.
Friday the 24th of July afternoon sees a similar 3ft swell from the ESE, still with an 8-second period, and light cross-off winds. The energy is 79, so still weak, but it’s clean. Saturday the 25th of July morning has a 2ft easterly swell, again 8 seconds, with light cross-off winds. It’s surfable, but nothing to get excited about.
The real best bet—if you can call it that—is the morning of Thursday the 23rd of July. That’s the only time the wave energy even cracks triple digits, and with the glassy conditions, it’s the cleanest you’ll see. But keep your expectations in check; it’s small, it’s short period, and it’s a beach break, so it’s going to be weak and crumbly. For beginners, it’s fine. For anyone else, it’s a leg-stretcher.
The rest of the 16-day window is a washout. From the 26th of July onwards, we’re back to tiny 1ft to 2ft swells, mostly from the east, with periods all over the place. The energy is low, usually under 40. Even when the wind goes offshore or glassy on the 29th, 30th, and 31st of July, there’s just no swell to make it worthwhile. The water temperature is sitting at a warm 83°F, which is about average for the time of year, so at least a dip in the ocean won’t be cold.
There’s no standout session here, folks. It’s one of those flat spells where you’re better off checking the tide pools or just waiting for the next system to roll through. Forecasts can change, so don’t lose hope, but for now, leave the board at home.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 32°C on Sat afternoon, min 26°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Tue afternoon. Warm (max 32°C on Tue night, min 26°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | 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) | E 8 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | ESE 4 | SE 4 | SE 5 | SE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 6 | SE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 6 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 8 | ESE 5 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 |
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5 | 17 | 12 | 5 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 23 | 22 | 12 | 25 | 37 | 18 | 36 | 28 | 93 | 19 | 13 | 21 | 79 | 110 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:57AM1.58m | 00:15AM1.58m | 12:51PM1.56m | 1:04AM1.45m | 1:44PM1.53m | 1:54AM1.34m | 2:38PM1.50m | 2:46AM1.25m | 3:31PM1.47m | 3:38AM1.19m | 4:24PM1.47m | 4:31AM1.16m | 5:15PM1.48m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:04PM0.21m | 6:32AM0.16m | 7:03PM0.30m | 7:21AM0.21m | 8:03PM0.38m | 8:12AM0.26m | 9:04PM0.43m | 9:03AM0.30m | 10:03PM0.45m | 9:55AM0.32m | 10:58PM0.45m | 10:45AM0.32m | 11:48PM0.43m | ||||||||
6:35 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:37 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | |
— | 8:23 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | — | 8:21 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1 |
Temp °C | 30 | 32 | 32 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 |
Feels °C | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 29 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 30 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | E 8 | SE 5 | SE 5 | E 8 | SE 4 | SE 5 | E 8 | ESE 5 | ESE 6 | ESE 8 | ESE 5 | ESE 6 | ESE 8 | SE 5 | ESE 5 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 8 |
5 | 5 | 12 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 12 | 1 | 22 | 12 | 11 | 37 | 18 | 12 | 28 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 21 | 79 | 61 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | NE 6 | E 8 | E 8 | E 9 | E 7 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ESE 7 | — | — | — | — | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | — | — | — | — | — |
4 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 10 | — | — | — | — | 13 | 13 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 6 | — | E 6 | E 7 | — | E 9 | E 9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
4 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SSE 4 | ESE 4 | SE 4 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | — | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 5 | SE 8 | ESE 5 | ESE 4 | ESE 5 | — | ESE 8 |
4 | 17 | 32 | 18 | 12 | 29 | 19 | 23 | 55 | — | 25 | 82 | 35 | 36 | 60 | 93 | 19 | 13 | 7 | — | 110 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1260 | 1114 | 4 | 48 | 906 | 4 | 480 | 830 | 4 | 27 | 1584 | 4 | 4 | 956 | 4 | 0 | 61 | 48 | 48 | 0 | 0 |
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Information about the Flagler Pier Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Flagler Pier provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Flagler Pier can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Flagler Pier 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 (Flagler Pier) 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 Flagler Pier 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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