Surf Forecasts:
Sebastian Inlet-First Peak surf forecast from 25 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 12s period, NE swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 29 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 8s period, E swell with 66 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 12s period with NE swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Sebastian Inlet-First Peak this week:
The surf forecast for Sebastian Inlet-First Peak over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 12s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 12s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Sebastian Inlet-First Peak in the next 16 days are 0.7m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 29) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 4s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 2AM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Fri 28th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 12s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Fri 28th Aug) | 1.5ft (0.4m) 12s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sat 29th Aug) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Sebastian Inlet-First Peak over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, this is Rusty coming to you from the beach. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’.
Right now, things are flat. Proper flat. We’re looking at a long stretch ahead with nothing but tiny, weak dribble. For the next week and a half, you’re looking at wave heights barely pushing 0.7 ft to 2 ft, mostly from the east, but the kicker is the quality is just not there – it’s a mix of onshore breezes and cross-shore chop that’ll only frustrate you. The combined energy is weak, with most values under 100, so there’s no grunt in the water at all. It's a real test of patience.
We do finally start to see a bit of life on Saturday the 6th of September. The Sunday morning (6th September) at Sebastian Inlet-First Peak is looking like the first real standout. We’ve got clean, glassy conditions with a light W wind at 3 mph, which is as good as it gets for your wave face. The swell is small though, only 2 ft from the east, but the period is a nice long 12 seconds. That’s groundswell energy, and it’s pushing the combined energy up to a moderate 206. It’ll be clean, lined up, and while it’s not huge, it’s the best we’ve seen. Keep in mind that long period like that can make beach breaks a bit straighter, but the jetty there will help focus it.
The next real push comes Monday the 7th of September. The morning session sees a light W breeze at 9 mph, cross-off, making for clean waves. The swell inches up to 3 ft from ENE, period holding at 11 seconds, and combined energy hits a nice solid 225. The afternoon is even better – a light SSW wind at 3 mph, cross-off, and energy jumps to 301. That’s moderate energy and the wind is your friend. This is probably your best bet for the whole outlook, just remember the Inlet can get a crowd, but it’s worth it for the clean lines.
Tuesday the 8th of September morning at First Peak also looks good with that clean WNW wind, but the afternoons after that start to get choppy again.
So, to wrap it up: sit tight through a long, quiet spell. The real action doesn't start until the weekend of the 6th and 7th of September. The Monday afternoon (7th September) is the one to circle on your calendar. It’s not a beast, but it’s clean and it’s got some push. Don’t sleep on it.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Tue night. Warm (max 30°C on Tue afternoon, min 25°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Thu night. Warm (max 30°C on Fri afternoon, min 25°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 4 | SE 4 | E 9 | E 15 | ENE 14 | ENE 14 | E 9 | NE 12 | E 8 | E 8 | NE 11 | E 5 | E 4 | E 5 | E 4 |
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5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 17 | 21 | 18 | 25 | 38 | 66 | 12 | 31 | 11 | 12 | 16 | 19 | |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-off | cross-on | off | glassy | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on |
High Tide | 6:21AM0.16m | 6:55PM0.34m | 7:05AM0.21m | 7:32PM0.34m | 7:47AM0.25m | 8:09PM0.35m | 8:30AM0.30m | 8:47PM0.34m | 9:13AM0.34m | 9:27PM0.34m | 9:59AM0.37m | 10:08PM0.32m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:41AM-0.21m | 12:21PM-0.29m | 1:16AM-0.24m | 1:06PM-0.30m | 1:50AM-0.28m | 1:51PM-0.32m | 2:24AM-0.31m | 2:35PM-0.33m | 3:01AM-0.35m | 3:21PM-0.33m | 3:40AM-0.38m | 4:09PM-0.32m | 4:22AM-0.40m | ||||||
— | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | |
7:51 | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:49 | — | — | 7:47 | — | — | 7:46 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | |
mm | 1 | — | 1 | 5 | — | 1 | 2 | — | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 29 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 29 |
Feels °C | 31 | 31 | 32 | 29 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 33 | 31 | 30 | 33 | 33 | 31 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 33 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 8 | SE 4 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 4 | E 7 | E 9 | SE 4 | E 8 | E 8 | SE 4 | E 8 | ENE 12 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | ENE 10 | E 8 | E 8 |
5 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 23 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 5 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 11 | E 8 | E 11 | E 10 | E 7 | E 10 | E 6 | E 8 | ENE 14 | ENE 14 | E 9 | ENE 12 | NE 12 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | ENE 11 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 | ENE 10 |
2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 21 | 18 | 25 | 15 | 37 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | E 11 | — | — | E 10 | E 17 | E 16 | E 15 | ENE 14 | E 10 | ENE 13 | NE 12 | — | — | NE 11 | — | — | — | — |
1 | 2 | — | — | 2 | 6 | 5 | 17 | 21 | 8 | 17 | 38 | — | — | 31 | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSE 4 | — | SE 3 | SSE 4 | — | SE 4 | SE 3 | — | ESE 4 | SE 4 | SE 4 | SE 4 | E 8 | E 4 | E 4 | E 5 | E 4 | E 5 | E 4 |
8 | — | 5 | 9 | — | 8 | 4 | — | 7 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 66 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 19 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 217 | 217 | 1586 | 145 | 957 | 1578 | 163 | 128 | 1583 | 173 | 36 | 725 | 3 | 725 | 935 | 1330 | 837 | 1169 | 957 |
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Information about the Sebastian Inlet-First Peak Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Sebastian Inlet-First Peak provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Sebastian Inlet-First Peak can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Sebastian Inlet-First Peak 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 (Sebastian Inlet-First Peak) 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 Sebastian Inlet-First Peak 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.
Sebastian Inlet-First Peak is 7 km (4 miles) from the city of Sebastian. If you plan a vacation in North Florida, look for hotels and other accommodation in Sebastian. Sebastian has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.











