Lake Worth - surf spot statistics

Lake Worth, located on Florida's Atlantic coast, offers surfable conditions year-round, though the best months for consistent waves are typically from November through March. During this period, the swell activity is predominantly wind-driven (77-82% wind swell), with a small but notable contribution from ground swells (10-14%). The mean swell size peaks in November at 1.2m, making it one of the most promising months for surfers, followed by December and March with 1.0-1.1m waves. Wind conditions, however, are generally unfavorable (83-87% bad winds), though January and December have the highest chances of good wind conditions (16-17%). Outside this window, from April to October, the surf quality declines significantly. Summer months (June-August) are particularly poor with very low swell presence (33-47% wind swell, 0-3% ground swell), tiny wave sizes (0.5-0.6m), and almost consistently onshore winds (93-97% bad winds). September and October show a slight improvement with rising wind swell percentages (60-75%) and better wave heights (0.8-1.1m), but wind conditions remain largely unfavorable (89% bad winds). Overall, late fall to early winter (November-March) provides the most reliable surf, despite the persistent challenge of suboptimal winds. Surfers should target incoming cold fronts or offshore wind setups for the best sessions.

July at Lake Worth offers generally small but rideable surf, with an average swell height of 0.5m and a moderately weak period of 6.3s. The most consistent swell directions are ENE and E, contributing over 30% of waves in the 0-0.5m range and around 5% in the more rideable 0.5-1.5m range. Larger swells (1.5m+) are rare, mostly from NE and E, but even these are infrequent and seldom exceed 2m. Winds are the biggest limiting factor, with only 3% of conditions being ideal for surfing. The dominant wind directions are ESE, SE, and SSE, often blowing in the 10-20kph range, which can create choppy conditions. Light winds (0-10kph) are more common in the early morning, offering brief windows of cleaner surf. Offshore winds (W, WNW) are extremely rare. Overall, expect small, weak waves with onshore winds frequently disrupting conditions—best suited for beginners or longboarders on the cleaner days. Advanced surfers will find little power or size, making July a relatively flat month.