The Surf Window

Key West

Florida, USA

Reef breakAdvanced

Shallow reef breaks with powerful barrels and technical takeoffs in rare southern swells.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)
Size4-8ft

Wind

E

Offshore

Tide

Low

LowMidHigh

Season

October-April

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Both

Bottom

Coral

Shape

Hollow barrels

Length

30-80m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Advanced
  • •Why: Shallow reef requires precision and respect for coral

Hazards

  • •Shallow coral reef
  • •Sea urchins
  • •Cuts and sharp coral

Local Tips

  • •Rare southern swell window
  • •Respect the reef and marine life

Location

Map showing the location of Key West in Florida, USA

24.5487, -81.7772