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Cocoa Beach Pier

Good

Wave Height

2-4

ft

Swell

~6s

ENE

Wind

6mph

Offshore (NW)

Water

68°

Springsuit

Falling• Low in 2h 46m

Updated: 3/20/2026, 5:30:43 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

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Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Recent History

No recent history available

About Cocoa Beach Pier

Cocoa Beach Pier is one of Florida's most recognizable surf zones, known for consistency rather than size. The pier and surrounding sandbars help organize small to medium swell into clean, rideable waves. It favors longboards and high-volume shortboards, but can offer punchier sections during winter swells. Crowds are common, but the reliability keeps surfers coming back.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Cocoa Beach Pier?

The current water temperature at Cocoa Beach Pier is 68°F. A springsuit or shorty wetsuit is recommended.

What is the surf like at Cocoa Beach Pier today?

Cocoa Beach Pier currently has waves around 2-4ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at Cocoa Beach Pier?

Today's high tide at Cocoa Beach Pier is at 9:50 PM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Cocoa Beach Pier?

Today's low tide at Cocoa Beach Pier is at 4:02 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Cocoa Beach Pier?

Cocoa Beach Pier works best with swells from the E, ENE, NE and W, SW winds (offshore). The ideal tide is mid.

Is Cocoa Beach Pier good for beginners?

Yes, Cocoa Beach Pier is suitable for beginners, especially on smaller days. It's always a good idea to check conditions before paddling out and consider taking a lesson if you're new to surfing.

This Week's Outlook

Sunday morning looks like your best bet with clean 2-3ft waves, longer 9-second period, and light cross-onshore winds around the mid-morning low tide. Everything else is either too small or blown out by stronger cross-shore winds.

Updated 3/20/2026, 6:02:33 AM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelAll Levels
CrowdHeavy
Best TideMid
Best SwellE, ENE, NE
Best WindW, SW
ParkingMetered street parking and public lots

Local Tip

Dawn patrol beats the crowds and onshore winds. Longboards work most days.