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.

In October, Lake Worth offers surfable conditions with an average swell height of 1.1m and a decent period of 7.9s, providing some energy for maneuverable waves. The predominant swell directions are NE and ENE, which contribute the most to rideable waves, particularly in the 0.5-1.5m range (around 30% NE and 6% ENE for 1-1.5m). Larger swells (1.5-2.5m) occur less frequently but are still present, mostly from NNE and NE. Wind conditions are variable, but only 11% of the time are ideal for surfing (light offshore or cross-offshore). The ENE and E winds are often strong (20-30kph, ~7-8% of the time), which can create choppy conditions, while NE winds occasionally align better for cleaner surf. Expect smaller, weaker swells from other directions, with minimal contributions from S or W. Overall, October delivers a mix of small to mid-sized waves, with the best sessions occurring when NE swells coincide with favorable winds—though consistency is limited, requiring patience for good days.