The Surf Window

Jacksonville Beach

Florida, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

Classic Florida east coast break with consistent summer swells and warm water.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)
Size3-5ft

Wind

W

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

May-October

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Peaky with occasional bars

Length

50-150m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Consistent peaks with forgiving walls and sand bottom

Hazards

  • •Crowded lineup on good days
  • •Rip currents in trough

Local Tips

  • •Park near Lifeguard Station 5
  • •Best walls on dropping tide

Location

Map showing the location of Jacksonville Beach in Florida, USA

30.2947, -81.3931