Florida • Duval CountyBuoy: 41112

Jacksonville Beach Pier

Good

Wave Height

1-3

ft

Swell

~5s

ENE

Wind

1mph

Offshore (NW)

Water

84°

Boardshorts

Rising• High in 2h 18m

Updated: 9/18/2026, 5:33:35 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
H6:56am4.1ft
L12:57pm1.5ft
H7:48pm4.7ft
Tomorrow
L2:05am1.6ft
H7:57am4.1ft
L1:56pm1.4ft
H8:48pm4.8ft
Mon, Sep 21
L2:57am1.5ft
H8:58am4.2ft
L2:52pm1.4ft
H9:42pm4.9ft
Tue, Sep 22
L3:45am1.4ft

Recent History

No recent history available

About Jacksonville Beach Pier

Jacksonville Beach Pier delivers consistent Atlantic beach-break surf with added shape from the pier structure. The waves tend to be punchy and defined, breaking over shallow sandbars with speed. It handles a wide range of swell sizes and directions, making it a reliable option year-round. Expect crowds when conditions improve.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Jacksonville Beach Pier?

The current water temperature at Jacksonville Beach Pier is 84°F. Boardshorts or a rashguard should be comfortable.

What is the surf like at Jacksonville Beach Pier today?

Jacksonville Beach Pier currently has waves around 1-3ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at Jacksonville Beach Pier?

Today's high tide at Jacksonville Beach Pier is at 2:56 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Jacksonville Beach Pier?

Today's low tide at Jacksonville Beach Pier is at 9:11 PM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Jacksonville Beach Pier?

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

Is Jacksonville Beach Pier good for beginners?

Yes, Jacksonville 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 afternoon is firing with 4 to 5 foot faces and clean northeast wind holding through the evening. Thursday morning holds similar juice if you want glassy conditions, but Wednesday's got the most consistent swell pushing through all day.

Updated 9/14/2026, 6:10:04 PM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelAll Levels
CrowdModerate
Best TideMid
Best SwellE, NE
Best WindW, SW
ParkingBeach access lots with meters

Local Tip

Check multiple peaks along the pier - sandbars shift. Best with light winds.