Rockledge today: waves, weather and sun
- Best time to fish 8:30–9:10 pm average day · 5/10
- Beach tomorrow 9:00 am–12:00 pm Fair beach day · 6/10
- Waves 3.2 ft slight · 7.6 s from the east-northeast
- Wind · air 16 mph · 75 °F from the NE, gusts 35 · overcast
- Sun 7:32 am–6:41 pm 11 h 9 min of daylight
- Moon 91% · 8:40 pm waning gibbous · rises at 8:40 pm
- Diving tomorrow 8:30–11:30 am good day · 7/10
- Pressure 29.98 inHg steady · steady tomorrow
- Coastal Flood Warning: significant flooding along the shore at high tide. Until Fri 30, 2:00 am. NWS Melbourne FL
- Rip Current Statement: dangerous rip currents at the beaches: swimming is risky. Until Sat 31, 2:00 am. NWS Melbourne FL
- High Surf Advisory: large breaking waves: take care on beaches, jetties and rocks. Until Fri 30, 2:00 am. NWS Melbourne FL
Also in effect: Small Craft Advisory.
Today, Wednesday, October 28, in Rockledge the sun rises at 7:32 am and sets at 6:41 pm: 11 h 9 min of daylight. The moon is 91% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 8:40 pm. Major solunar periods run from 1:59 am to 3:59 am and from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next spring tides arrive from October 26 to 28. The sea is slight, with 3.2 ft waves. There's a moderate breeze from the northeast (16 mph). Overcast, 75 °F.
Fishing in Rockledge today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: medium- Major period 1:59–3:59 am
- Steady pressure (29.97 inHg), light onshore wind (11 mph) and some swell (3.9 ft waves) to stir the water
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
Your day at a glance
The best window, 2:00 am to 4:00 am, combines a major period, a light onshore breeze and some swell. Also worth a try from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm, with a major period and some swell, though with moderate wind. Also good from 8:30 pm to 9:10 pm, with moonrise, a light onshore breeze and some swell.
Species with the most records nearby: striped mullet, spotted seatrout, red drum and sheepshead. October is one of the months when these are seen most: spotted seatrout and red drum. What you can catch
We don't show the tide for Rockledge, so it doesn't count in the rating. How it works · Next 7 days · Fishing rules
Beach day in Rockledge
Is it a beach day?
- Official statement: Rip Current Statement (NWS Melbourne FL)
- Official statement: High Surf Advisory (NWS Melbourne FL)
- Sun and clouds
- Feels like 85 °F: beach weather
- UV 4 (moderate): SPF 30 sunscreen
- Rain (0.30 in)
- Moderate cross-shore wind (16 mph)
- Swim with care: 3.9 ft waves every 9 s; high rip current risk (official statement)
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Use care · 3.9 ft
3.9 ft waves every 9 s: swim with care and stay where you can stand. High rip current risk (official statement in effect). If you're caught in a rip current, don't swim against it: swim parallel to shore and wave for help. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water
No water temperature data.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 4 · SPF 30
Max UV 4 (moderate): SPF 30 sunscreen, reapplied every 2 hours.
- Wind 16 mph
Moderate cross-shore wind (16 mph).
- Tide & sand
We don't show the tide for Rockledge, so it doesn't count in the rating.
We don't have data on jellyfish, sargassum or beach closures: ask the lifeguard or check with the local beach authority. How it works · The next 7 days
Beaches near Rockledge
We don't know of any named beaches within 6.2 mi of Rockledge.
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Webcams near Rockledge
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Tides in Rockledge
Tides in Rockledge: not available yet
There is no tide station near Rockledge, and we can't rely on the global tide model on this coast: for now we don't show its tide.
Meanwhile, see the tide in Angel City · 4.0 mi
The sun, moon, solunar periods and spring tides on this page do apply to this place.
The sea at Rockledge
Sea stateSea state: slight
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common1.6 ft
- Significant3.2 ft
- Highest expectedHighest6.5 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 6.5 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 6.5 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-onshore wind. The coast faces east and the wind comes in from the sea at an angle: a bit more surf at the shore and drift along the coast, toward land.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves stay much the same all week. The biggest waves arrive on Wednesday 28: 3.9 ft with a period of 8 s, from the east-northeast (slight).
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 6:49 pm (local time).
Nearest buoy
This is a real measurement of the sea, not a forecast. Data from station 41113, courtesy of CDIP (Coastal Data Information Program, Scripps Institution of Oceanography), via the NOAA National Data Buoy Center.
Surf in Rockledge today
Surf today
Fair- 3.0–4.5 ft surf at the shore, a good size with some punch
- 3.5 ft swell at 8 s from the east-northeast, a bit short
- Moderate cross-shore wind (14 mph): a bit of chop
- Light: First light 7:08 am · sunrise 7:32 am · sunset 6:41 pm · last light 7:05 pm
- Tide: We don’t have a reliable tide to show here.
- Energy: 161 kJ · Medium power
Today’s surf at a glance
The best window, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, has a good size, though with cross-shore wind. 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm can also work, with a good size, though with cross-shore wind.
An estimate for this stretch of coast, not for a specific break: every beach or reef works its own way (its tide, bottom and angle). Check it when you get there.
Follow the flags and the lifeguards, and don’t paddle out if the surf is above your level: this score is a guide, not a substitute for what you see when you get there.
Diving in Rockledge today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: fair- 3.5 ft swell at 8 s from the east-northeast: some surge on the bottom
- Light onshore wind (9 mph)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: none; the tide doesn't count here
- Likely visibility: fair. Swell (up to 3.9 ft at 9 s) over the last few days has stirred up the water. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Snorkeling: better not, with these waves, wind or current.
- Night dive: dark from 7:05 pm. Waning gibbous (91%), rising at 8:40 pm: a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 10:10 am to 12:30 pm, combines light wind and the sun high, though with some swell. Also worth a look from 1:30 pm to 4:10 pm, with the sun high, though with some swell and moderate wind.
We don't have a reliable tide for Rockledge, so slack water doesn't count in the rating.
Never dive alone and check with the local dive shop: this rating is a guide, not a substitute for a professional.
Dive sites, wrecks and dive shops nearby
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- Port Canaveral 6.9 mi
- Wreck 12 mi
- Wreck 12 mi
- American Diver's International 1.9 mi
- Liveaboard Adventures 7.0 mi
- Dive Kwaj 11 mi
Within 12 mi. Some may be missing or closed; marine reserves usually need a permit. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Wreck and reef positions are approximate and not for navigation; a wreck’s depth runs from the top of the hull to the seabed.
Sites: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). US wrecks: NOAA electronic navigational charts (ENC), a U.S. Government work; not for navigation.
Weather in Rockledge
Now in Rockledge
- Low / high
- 73 / 80 °F
- Rain
- 0.30 in · 38%
- Clouds
- 92%
- Humidity
- 93%
- Dew pointDew point
- 73 °F
- Visibility
- 8.0 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Moderate · 56
- Saharan dust
- No
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady · now Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Steady now (+0.01 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: +0.04 inHg. Steady pressure: anglers expect normal activity. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Clear | Light drizzle | Light drizzle | Light drizzle | Light drizzle | Drizzle | Overcast | Light drizzle |
| Temperature | 73° | 74° | 75° | 75° | 79° | 80° | 75° | 76° |
| Wind (mph) | 9 N | 11 NNE | 9 NNE | 14 NNE | 14 NNE | 14 NNE | 13 NE | 10 NE |
| Gusts | 30 | 33 | 30 | 30 | 28 | 27 | 31 | 28 |
| Waves | 3.8 ft | 3.9 ft | 3.9 ft | 3.9 ft | 3.8 ft | 3.5 ft | 3.1 ft | 3.2 ft |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.02 in | 0.00 in |
- 6:00 pm 75° 13 NE 3.1 ft
- 9:00 pm 76° 10 NE 3.2 ft
- 12:00 am 74° 8 NE 3.2 ft
- 3:00 am 74° 5 NNE 3.1 ft
- 6:00 am 74° 7 NNE 2.8 ft
- 9:00 am 77° 9 NE 2.7 ft
- 12:00 pm 81° 12 NE 2.8 ft
- 3:00 pm 82° 17 NE 2.6 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 28 | 73 / 80 °F | 17 mph NNE | 3.9 ft | |
| Thu 29 | 74 / 83 °F | 17 mph NE | 3.2 ft | |
| Fri 30 | 74 / 82 °F | 16 mph NE | 2.4 ft | |
| Sat 31 | 74 / 82 °F | 18 mph ENE | 2.8 ft | |
| Sun 1 | 72 / 80 °F | 16 mph E | 3.0 ft | |
| Mon 2 | 70 / 80 °F | 13 mph ENE | 3.1 ft | |
| Tue 3 | 68 / 81 °F | 13 mph NE | 2.7 ft | |
| Wed 4 | 69 / 82 °F | 11 mph NE | 2.7 ft | |
| Thu 5 | 68 / 82 °F | 11 mph SW | 2.0 ft | |
| Fri 6 | 66 / 80 °F | 9 mph W | 3.3 ft | |
| Sat 7 | 63 / 79 °F | 8 mph N | 2.8 ft | |
| Sun 8 | 62 / 78 °F | 8 mph N | 2.3 ft | |
| Mon 9 | 59 / 76 °F | 10 mph NNW | 4.4 ft | |
| Tue 10 | 67 / 77 °F | 9 mph NW | 4.3 ft |
- Thu 29 Light drizzle 74° / 83° 3.2 ft
- Fri 30 Light drizzle 74° / 82° 2.4 ft
- Sat 31 Light showers 74° / 82° 2.8 ft
- Sun 1 Showers 72° / 80° 3.0 ft
- Mon 2 Light rain 70° / 80° 3.1 ft
- Tue 3 Light drizzle 68° / 81° 2.7 ft
- Wed 4 Clear sky 69° / 82° 2.7 ft
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- The models They don't agree · low confidence: unsure about rain on Friday 30. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: normal temperatures and a bit wetter. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, normal highs for late October (81 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 6:49 pm (local time).
The sun in Rockledge
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 6:40 am
- Full dark 7:33 pm
- Civil dawn 7:08 am
- Civil dusk 7:05 pm
- Solar noon 1:07 pm (48° high)
- Daylight 11 h 9 min (−2 min)
- Evening golden hour 6:09 pm
- Full dark 7:33 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,354,384 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Rockledge
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,429 mi away and looks 32′ 47″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: medium- 1:59–3:59 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 2:30–4:30 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 9:49–10:49 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 8:10–9:10 pm Minor · moonrise · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Sun, Nov 1 · 3:29 pmNov 1 in 4 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 2:03 amNov 9 in 12 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 6:48 amNov 17 in 20 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 9:54 amNov 24 in 27 days
Perigee on October 28, 226,426 mi away, coinciding with the spring tides from October 26 to 28: they will be stronger than usual.
Where to fish in Rockledge
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
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- Malcolm E. McLouth Fishing Pier 9.3 mi
- Cocoa Beach Pier 7.6 mi
- USCG 7.7 mi
- Lee Wenner Park Facilities: 4 lanes · 34 trailer spaces · restrooms · dock · lighting · free 0.3 mi
- Griffis Landing - Intracoastal Waterway Park Facilities: 1 lane · 11 trailer spaces · restrooms · dock · free 1.1 mi
- Wall Street Undeveloped Access (Small Boats - Use at Own Risk) Facilities: 1 lane · 6 trailer spaces · free · in poor condition 2.5 mi
- Kiwanis Island Park Boat Ramp Facilities: 2 lanes · 12 trailer spaces · restrooms · dock · lighting · free 2.9 mi
- Marina 0.4 mi
- Marina 3.9 mi
- Cape Crossing Marina 4.0 mi
- Doc's Bait House Fishing Tackle 1.1 mi
- Handler's Fishing Tackle 2.5 mi
Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Spots: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Overture Maps. Boat ramp facilities: FWC-FWRI (Florida).
Water depth
Very shallowVery shallow and flat: even 2.2 mi from shore the water is less than 16 ft deep.
From the shoreline (1,000 ft from Rockledge) out to sea, heading southeast.
How far from shore
- 16 ft deepnot within 2.2 mi
- 33 ft deepnot within 2.2 mi
- 66 ft deepnot within 2.2 mi
- 164 ft deepnot within 2.2 mi
For fishing, swimming and diving
- Shore fishing. Very shallow: the water doesn't reach 16 ft within 2.2 mi. Cast far from the beach, ideally around high tide.
- Swimming. A very gentle way in with plenty of shallow water, good for kids. At low tide the water can be far out.
- Diving. Shallow: the water doesn't reach 33 ft within 2.2 mi. For deeper dives, take a boat farther out.
Inside bays, estuaries and harbors the bottom changes a lot from spot to spot (channels and shoals): use this only as a rough guide. There is land ahead (an island, a headland or the far shore) 2.2 mi out. The profile is turned slightly from the coast so it does not run into an island or a headland.
Source: NOAA U.S. Coastal Relief Model (public domain), cells of about 300 ft; depth below mean sea level. For reference only: not for navigation or anchoring.
Tides near RockledgeTides nearby
- Merritt Island2.2 mi
- Cocoa2.6 mi
- Sharpes6.0 mi
- Cocoa Beach7.4 mi
- Cape Canaveral8.3 mi
- Palm Shores12 mi
- South Patrick Shores12 mi
- Satellite Beach15 mi
- Indian Harbour Beach16 mi
- Titusville19 mi
Rockledge at a glance
- Town or city of about 24,926 people. Coordinates: 28.351° N, 80.725° W.
- It is 181 mi north of Miami, the main place in Florida. The sun rises 5 min later and sets 1 min earlier than in Miami.
- Its coast faces east.
- Beaches and harbors nearby: Cocoa Yacht Basin (0.2 mi), Indian Cove Marina (1.2 mi), Indian River Yacht Club Marina (1.2 mi), Harbor Square Marina (3.9 mi).
Questions about RockledgeQuestions
What time is sunset today in Rockledge?
At 6:41 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 7:05 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Rockledge?
At 7:33 am. First light comes at 6:41 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 91% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 2:03 am.
When are the next spring tides?
From October 26 to 28, together with the lunar perigee: they will be stronger than usual.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 1:59–3:59 am, Minor 9:49–10:49 am, Major 2:30–4:30 pm, Minor 8:10–9:10 pm. Today's activity is medium.
What's the weather like today in Rockledge?
Drizzle, from 73 °F to 80 °F, with a moderate breeze from the northeast (16 mph) and a 38% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Rockledge?
Slight (Douglas 3): 3.2 ft waves with a period of 7.6 s from the east-northeast.
When is the best time to visit Rockledge?
The best time to visit Rockledge is from November to April: highs of 71 °F to 82 °F, about 6 rainy days a month and 6 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).