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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Asbury Park, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Pretty quiet out there — 3-4ft and mostly poor - fair with light winds out of the SE.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Expect 2-3ft all day on ESE swell at 7s with 8mph NNE winds — nothing amazing but surfable.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with moderate N wind around 8mph.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 9mph SSW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 17mph.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 8mph SW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
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Asbury Park is one of New Jersey's most iconic surf destinations, with a rich history rooted in the boardwalk culture and a dedicated local surf community. The east-facing beach break produces punchy, hollow peaks that can hold solid surf during fall hurricane swells and nor'easters, particularly around Convention Hall where sandbars tend to be most defined. The vibrant scene draws everyone from groms to seasoned veterans, making it a busy but beloved hub of Jersey Shore surfing.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Asbury Park is 3-4ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SE at 7mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Asbury Park is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.5ft SE primary swell at 8s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Asbury Park is Monday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.4s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Asbury Park works best with a ESE swell and W winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Asbury Park. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Asbury Park is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Asbury Park is one of New Jersey's most iconic surf destinations, with a rich history rooted in the boardwalk culture and a dedicated local surf community. The east-facing beach break produces punchy, hollow peaks that can hold solid surf during fall hurricane swells and nor'easters, particularly around Convention Hall where sandbars tend to be most defined. The vibrant scene draws everyone from groms to seasoned veterans, making it a busy but beloved hub of Jersey Shore surfing.
The prime season at Asbury Park is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Asbury Park include crowds, rip currents, localism, strong currents near jetties, seasonal jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Asbury Park forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
