Surf spot

Myrtle Beach 38th to 41st

Forecast conditions and map view for Myrtle Beach 38th to 41st in USA, South East, South Carolina. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: USA, South East, South Carolina
Coordinates: 33.7148, -78.8522

Metric
Metric	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00
Wave height (m)	0.4	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.2	0.3	0.4	0.5	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.5	0.6	0.5	0.7	0.6	0.8	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.5	0.6	0.5	0.5	0.6	0.5	0.5	0.5	0.4	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1
Wave direction	S	S	S	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SSE	SE	SSE	S	SSE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	SE	ESE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	ESE	ESE	E	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE	ESE
Wave period (s)	3.1	3.1	3.4	3.3	3.5	3.5	3.5	3.4	3.3	3.3	3.2	3.5	3.4	3.2	5	6.9	4.8	2.9	4.8	6.7	6.5	6.2	6	6.5	6.5	4.5	3.6	3.9	4.2	5.3	4.6	4.9	4.5	4.4	4.2	4.5	4.5	5.5	4.8	4.3	3.6	4.1	4.2	4.1	4.1	4	4	4	3.9	3.9	3.8	3.6	6.4	6.2	6	6
Wave energy (kJ)	4	4	4	3	3	1	2	4	4	5	4	4	3	3	6	10	5	2	5	8	7	8	7	7	6	4	3	6	12	13	21	20	23	16	12	13	11	17	18	9	7	11	10	9	7	5	5	4	3	3	2	2	2	1	1	1
Wind speed (km/h)	3.6	4.8	4.2	7.1	5	6.8	8.5	7.6	5.2	4.7	7.5	9.3	8.5	10.4	10.1	9	6.3	5.9	4.7	7.3	7.5	8.4	2.7	18.2	13.4	10.2	10.8	12.8	9.9	9.8	8.1	8.4	7.5	6.6	8.4	10.5	8.9	10.9	6.4	6.4	6.6	9.4	10.8	12.7	14.8	13.7	8.7	5.5	4.7	5.6	5.6	7.1	12.9	10.4	7.2	5.9
Wind direction	SWGlassy	WSWGlassy	WSWGlassy	SSWCross-on	WSWCross	SCross-on	SSWCross-on	SSWCross-on	SSWCross-on	WSWGlassy	WSWCross-off	WSWCross-off	SSWCross-on	SCross-on	SCross-on	SSWCross-on	WSWCross	WCross-off	WGlassy	NNWOffshore	NNECross-off	NCross-off	WNWGlassy	ECross-on	ENECross	NECross-off	NECross-off	NECross	NECross	ESECross-on	ESECross-on	ECross-on	NECross	NNECross-off	NNECross-off	NNECross-off	ENECross-on	SEOnshore	ESEOnshore	NECross	NNECross-off	NCross-off	NNECross-off	NECross-off	ECross-on	ESEOnshore	ESECross-on	ESECross-on	NNEGlassy	NECross	NNECross-off	ESECross-on	SEOnshore	SEOnshore	SEOnshore	SEOnshore

Spot Overview

This section of Myrtle Beach is a classic East Coast beachbreak with shifting sandbars and generally mellow, beginner-friendly waves on smaller days. It can still produce fun, punchier surf when a swell lines up, especially with the right wind and tide.

Wave Type

Beachbreak
Sandbars move often, so conditions can change quickly
Usually softer, slower waves on average
Can get steeper and more powerful during larger swell events

Best Conditions

Swell: Best with a south, southeast, or east swell
Wind: Most favorable with light offshore or light cross-offshore winds
Tide: Mid tide is often the most consistent, though this varies with sandbar setup
Size: Often best around knee-high to head-high, depending on sand conditions

Skill Level

Good for beginners on small, manageable surf
Intermediate surfers will enjoy it most when the swell is up and the sandbars are working
Can be crowded when conditions are good

Hazards / Considerations

Rip currents can be strong, especially after storms or on bigger swells
Heavy beach traffic in the tourist season
Sandbars and channels can create unpredictable closeouts or sudden takeoffs
Watch for jetties, rocks, and debris in some areas nearby depending on recent conditions

Best Time to Surf

Early morning often offers the cleanest winds and fewer crowds
Fall and winter can bring the best swell consistency
Summer tends to be smaller and more affected by onshore winds, but still surfable

Overall Vibe

A fun, accessible, and inconsistent beachbreak that can surprise you with solid waves when a good swell arrives. It’s not usually a high-performance point or reef-style break, but it can be very enjoyable and is a solid place for casual surf sessions in Myrtle Beach.