Florida • Space CoastBuoy: 41113

Cocoa Beach Pier

Junky

Wave Height

1-2

ft

Swell

~5s

E

Wind

8mph

Sideshore (SSW)

Water

77°

Boardshorts

Rising• High in 1h 29m

Updated: 8/3/2026, 5:31:22 AM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
H3:49pm3.4ft
L9:53pm0.4ft
Tomorrow
H4:01am3.3ft
L10:12am-0.1ft
H4:38pm3.5ft
L10:50pm0.4ft
Wed, Aug 5
H4:48am3.1ft
L11:00am-0.1ft
H5:31pm3.7ft
L11:48pm0.5ft
Thu, Aug 6
H5:39am3.0ft
L11:52am-0.2ft

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 77°F. Boardshorts or a rashguard should be comfortable.

What is the surf like at Cocoa Beach Pier today?

Cocoa Beach Pier currently has waves around 1-2ft. 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 11:17 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 5:27 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

Wednesday morning looks like your best bet with longer 7-second intervals and lighter cross-offshore winds creating the cleanest conditions. Hit it around the low tide at 8:19 AM when those small but organized waves should have the most shape.

Updated 6/15/2026, 6:02:42 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.