Surfline FAQs

Question 1

Can I get forecasts for any surf spot globally?

Accepted Answer

The default setup provides data for 11 Santa Cruz spots. However, the server is designed to be easily extensible, allowing users to add other regions and specific spot IDs by modifying the configuration file.

Question 2

What specific surf data can I get?

Accepted Answer

You can access current conditions, detailed swell breakdowns (height, period, direction, power), 8-hour hourly forecasts, expert forecaster observations with timing advice, wind conditions, quality ratings, and timing information including tides, sunrise, and sunset.

Question 3

Which AI assistants are compatible with this tool?

Accepted Answer

It's designed for Model Context Protocol (MCP)-compatible clients and has secure Google OAuth integration specifically for claude.ai, supporting both web and mobile access.

Question 4

What is the Surfline tool?

Accepted Answer

The Surfline tool is an MCP server that accesses Surfline's public API to deliver comprehensive surf forecasts, current conditions, detailed swell analysis, and precise timing information directly to AI assistants like Claude.

Question 5

Is a Surfline API key or account required?

Accepted Answer

No. The Surfline tool utilizes Surfline's public API endpoints, eliminating the need for private API keys. Secure AI assistant access is managed via Google OAuth integration, compatible with claude.ai.

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