Tide conditions for New Smyrna Beach surf spots
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Updated Refreshed hourly · Tide data refreshes every 30 minutes from NOAA stations.
A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in New Smyrna Beach. These 3 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.
Current Tide
Next Low
09:00 PM
0.2 ft
NOAA tide data via Cached Tide Data
Tide Chart
7-Day Tide Schedule
| Day | High 1 | Low 1 | High 2 | Low 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 8:00 AM(0.3ft) | 2:00 AM(-0.0ft) | 8:00 PM(0.4ft) | 2:00 PM(0.0ft) |
| Tomorrow | 8:00 AM(0.4ft) | 3:00 AM(-0.0ft) | 9:00 PM(0.4ft) | 3:00 PM(0.0ft) |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 9:00 AM(0.4ft) | 4:00 AM(-0.0ft) | 10:00 PM(0.4ft) | 4:00 PM(-0.0ft) |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 10:00 AM(0.4ft) | 4:00 AM(-0.0ft) | 10:00 PM(0.4ft) | 5:00 PM(-0.1ft) |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 11:00 AM(0.5ft) | 5:00 AM(-0.0ft) | 11:00 PM(0.4ft) | 6:00 PM(-0.1ft) |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 12:00 PM(0.5ft) | 6:00 AM(-0.1ft) | -- | 6:00 PM(-0.1ft) |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 12:00 AM(0.4ft) | 6:00 AM(-0.0ft) | 12:00 PM(0.5ft) | 7:00 PM(-0.1ft) |
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Beach Tide Preferences
Each beach performs best at a specific tide range and direction. Plan your session around these windows.
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
3 spots
Bethune Beach
IntermediateBethune Beach is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at New Smyrna Beach in Volusia County. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.
Flagler Ave
IntermediateFlagler Ave is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at New Smyrna Beach in Volusia County. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.
New Smyrna Beach (NSB) Inlet
IntermediateThe south side of Ponce Inlet at New Smyrna Beach is renowned for consistent, peeling waves and is a mecca for Florida surfers. Rock ledges offshore create excellent wave shape while protecting swimmers from undertow. Both accomplished surfers and beginners enjoy long rides, though shark encounters are more common here than anywhere else in the U.S.
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What to focus on today
- Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
- How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
- Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
- Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in New Smyrna Beach
- Tide preferences vary by spot in New Smyrna Beach. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
- Tides significantly impact surf conditions in New Smyrna Beach. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
- You can check tide charts for New Smyrna Beach on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.
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