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St Simons Island

Junky

Wave Height

1-2

ft

Swell

~5s

ESE

Wind

2mph

Onshore (ESE)

Water

85°

Boardshorts

Rising• High in 1h 39m

Updated: 9/18/2026, 5:42:16 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
H6:33am6.2ft
L12:31pm1.9ft
H7:11pm7.0ft
Tomorrow
L1:36am2.2ft
H7:25am6.3ft
L1:29pm1.9ft
H8:04pm7.0ft
Mon, Sep 21
L2:32am2.1ft
H8:18am6.4ft
L2:29pm1.8ft
H8:57pm7.2ft
Tue, Sep 22
L3:23am1.8ft

Recent History

No recent history available

About St Simons Island

St. Simons Island offers mellow, sandbar-driven surf that comes and goes with swell and tides. Most days are small and soft, but stronger systems can create clean, rideable waves with surprising push. The setup favors longer boards and relaxed sessions, making it more about timing than power.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at St Simons Island?

The current water temperature at St Simons Island is 85°F. Boardshorts or a rashguard should be comfortable.

What is the surf like at St Simons Island today?

St Simons Island currently has waves around 1-2ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at St Simons Island?

Today's high tide at St Simons Island is at 2:33 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at St Simons Island?

Today's low tide at St Simons Island is at 8:39 PM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing St Simons Island?

St Simons Island works best with swells from the E, ENE, NE and W, NW winds (offshore). The ideal tide is mid.

Is St Simons Island good for beginners?

Yes, St Simons Island 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

Monday morning looks like your best bet with 1ft waves and light south wind pushing into the break, plus that 8:53 AM low tide will shape up the banks nicely. Tuesday could work too if you're patient, but Monday's cleaner and more organized overall.

Updated 9/13/2026, 6:26:12 PM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelBeginner to Intermediate
CrowdLight
Best TideMid
Best SwellE, ENE, NE
Best WindW, NW
ParkingBeach access parking

Local Tip

Waves are rare - check during hurricane season or strong nor'easters. Bring a longboard.