Surf Report for Miami Florida - Tuesday - 26 May 2026

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Surf Report for Miami Florida - Tuesday - 26 May 2026

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There's actual surf hitting Miami Beach today, and for a late-May Tuesday, that's worth talking about. A 4.9-foot swell is pushing in from 124 degrees southeast — a solid size for Miami's Atlantic coastline. But before you grab your board, here's what you need to know: the dominant period is just six seconds, with an average of 4.7. That's wind swell, not groundswell, which means waves will be fast, close together, and harder to read than the number suggests.

Expect punchy, abrupt sets that can close out quickly. This isn't the day for a high-performance shortboard — bring something with volume and a forgiving outline. The southeast angle does work reasonably well with Miami Beach's coastline orientation, so there will be rideable waves in the sets, just don't expect long, organised walls.

The silver lining is real: water temperature is a comfortable 80.8 degrees Fahrenheit. No wetsuit needed. For visitors or locals who've been waiting for a reason to get in the water, that part is genuinely pleasant.

Tide timing matters more than usual with a short-period swell like this. Target mid-tide — when the sandbars aren't too drained or too washed out — to squeeze the most out of what's available. Go early, keep your expectations realistic, and you'll find something to work with.

Imperfect surf. But it's surf. And for Miami Beach, 4.9 feet is worth showing up for.

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