updated by Bryan Davis 19 hours ago
Synopsis
Thursday: Winds start brisk and onshore but then vary in strength and direction as an area of high pressure moves over the state but they should stay moderate for the afternoon. Wave size may tick up just a bit to the thigh with a few bigger sets zone but should be pretty clean.
Looking ahead: We see a little dip in the surf on Friday with moderate onshore winds. There might be a touch more size south of the Cape. I’m still seeing a possibility for a little bump on Saturday but SE winds in the low teens will chop it up a bit. On Sunday we are looking at strong South winds so a south protected spot will be the way to go if you plan to paddle out. Winds shift to the North for the start of next week setting up for a choppy North wind swell turning onshore and bringing some big chunky conditions for next week. The models are in disagreement of what happens next as an area of low pressure moves over the state and into the Atlantic so stay tuned.
Extented Forecast
Fri 12/8 - Wed 12/13 Looking ahead: We see a little dip in the surf on Friday with moderate onshore winds. There might be a touch more size south of the Cape. I’m still seeing a possibility for a little bump on Saturday but SE winds in the low teens will chop it up a bit. On Sunday we are looking at strong South winds so a south protected spot will be the way to go if you plan to paddle out. Winds shift to the North for the start of next week setting up for a choppy North wind swell turning onshore and bringing some big chunky conditions for next week. The models are in disagreement of what happens next as an area of low pressure moves over the state and into the Atlantic so stay tuned.
Swami's Predictions are his own observations!! If you missed out on epic surf or a 10 second barrel, he's not responsible because we don't pay him enough! So to help you and him out, always check the Florida wave models and other Florida surf forecast links below to see for yourself. Who knows, you may learn to forecast the next swell better than Swami.
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Weather/Oceanography Websites
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Always check the weather models, to see for yourself and learn to forecast the next swell... we'll post changes if needed... NOTE: Swami's Predications are his own observations!! But he is not responsible if...
- you did not catch it offshore and glassy.
- you missed out on a 10 second barrel.
- you had to work yesterday and it was Stellar!
- you forgot to check with Swami , DUH!
So what does all this mean? If it's flat, crank up the bikes, go skateboarding or just do something!
The Dawn Patrol is ready for the Swell to start, so "Come to the Source!" and check the Florida Surf Report daily!