New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Brigantine for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Brigantine, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with calm winds.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with light SW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with moderate S wind around 7mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Expect 1-2ft waves early on SSE swell at 5s.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor - fair conditions with light winds out of the ENE.
Brigantine is a mellow beach break on the barrier island north of Atlantic City, offering forgiving waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The SE-facing Atlantic exposure picks up a variety of swell angles, producing peaky, rolling surf with relatively consistent sandbars. Its low-key atmosphere and lighter crowds compared to Atlantic City make it a pleasant escape for surfers seeking uncrowded New Jersey lineups, especially during the quieter fall and winter months.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Brigantine is 1ft with a 6.7s swell period. Wind is S at 10mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Brigantine is 1ft, produced by a 1.9ft SSE primary swell at 7s, a 0.3ft NNE secondary swell at 4s, a 1.2ft SSE wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Brigantine is Monday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 2ft waves, a 9.95s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Brigantine works best with a SE swell and NW 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 Brigantine. 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.
Brigantine is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Brigantine is a mellow beach break on the barrier island north of Atlantic City, offering forgiving waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The SE-facing Atlantic exposure picks up a variety of swell angles, producing peaky, rolling surf with relatively consistent sandbars. Its low-key atmosphere and lighter crowds compared to Atlantic City make it a pleasant escape for surfers seeking uncrowded New Jersey lineups, especially during the quieter fall and winter months.
The prime season at Brigantine 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 Brigantine include rip currents, shifting sandbars, crowding near jetties, cold water in winter. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Brigantine 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
