Empire Beach is at its cleanest when the wind blows offshore from the north-northwest (NNW). Look for that NNW breeze before you paddle out, since it is the wind direction that grooms this beach into its best shape.
Surf forecast for Empire Beach
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Timezone:
America/Detroit
Forecast updated:
03/10, 08:00 am
Wind: SN UNITY Atmos
(20261003 12z)
Waves: SN UNITY WAVE
(20261003 12z)
Weather
Tuesday 06/10
Water temperature
61°F
Daily average
Air temperatureBeta
- Over water
- 53–64°F
- On shore
- 44–67°F
Moon phase
Waning crescent
18% illuminated
Closest moon phase
Last quarter
Sat 03/10 09:27 am
Tide range
0.1ft - 0.1ft
Low 08:15 pm · High 12:32 am
Timeline
Today Tue 06/10 to Thu 08/10
No surf windows (3 days)
Today Tue 06/10 to Sat 10/10
No surf windows (5 days)
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Empire Beach Surf Forecast Guide
Surf spots near Empire Beach
Sleeping Bear Dunes
Michigan, United States
Unknown break
Tue 6
Wed 7
Thu 8
Fri 9
Sat 10
Empire Beach
Michigan, United States
Unknown break
Tue 6
Wed 7
Thu 8
Fri 9
Sat 10
Elberta Beach
Michigan, United States
Unknown break
Tue 6
Wed 7
Thu 8
Fri 9
Sat 10
Frankfort Beach
Michigan, United States
Unknown break
Tue 6
Wed 7
Thu 8
Fri 9
Sat 10
Orchard Beach
Michigan, United States
Unknown break
Tue 6
Wed 7
Thu 8
Fri 9
Sat 10
Frequently asked questions
What are good surfing conditions for Empire Beach?
Empire Beach is usually best with offshore wind from north-northwest (NNW).
Where is the surf spot Empire Beach?
Empire Beach is a surf spot in Lake, Michigan, United States.
What surf spots are near Empire Beach?
Other nearby surf spots are Sleeping Bear Dunes, Frankfort Beach, Elberta Beach, and Orchard Beach.
What wind direction is best for surfing at Empire Beach?
North-northwest (NNW) is offshore at Empire Beach.
What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Empire Beach?
North-northwest (NNW) is offshore at Empire Beach.

