North Carolina
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph SSE winds.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 12s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with gentle WSW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 11mph.
Tue, May 12: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 9s with 13mph out of the NE. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light winds out of the SE. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor with moderate NW wind around 8mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
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Camp Lejeune offers beach breaks along a stretch of coast that faces southeast, catching SE and S swells from tropical systems. The military base keeps the beach relatively undeveloped and crowds minimal — access may require base authorization. Consistent autumn conditions and mellow wave shapes make this an accessible destination.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Camp Lejeune is 1-2ft with a 6s swell period. Wind is SSE 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 Camp Lejeune is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.7ft SE primary swell at 13s, a 2.3ft SSE wind swell swell at 6s. 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 Camp Lejeune is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 4.75s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Camp Lejeune 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 Camp Lejeune. 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.
Camp Lejeune is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Camp Lejeune offers beach breaks along a stretch of coast that faces southeast, catching SE and S swells from tropical systems. The military base keeps the beach relatively undeveloped and crowds minimal — access may require base authorization. Consistent autumn conditions and mellow wave shapes make this an accessible destination.
The prime season at Camp Lejeune 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 Camp Lejeune include military base restrictions, occasional rip currents, 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 Camp Lejeune 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.
