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Cape Ann Surf Forecast

Massachusetts

Cape Ann surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
4.6s
Wind
11mph
SSW / Gusts 17mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.7ft @ 9sE
Secondary
0.2ft @ 14sESE
Wind Swell
2.6ft @ 5sS

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Spot Guide

Break
Point
Bottom
Rock
Level
Intermediate
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
NE
Best Wind
SSE
Season
Fall

Cape Ann in Massachusetts is a rugged granite headland north of Boston that picks up powerful nor'easter swells funneling down from the Gulf of Maine, producing punchy, hollow waves along its rocky points and coves. The NNW-facing exposure means it lights up when northeast storms push energy down the coast, with waves that can range from fun chest-high peaks to heaving overhead sets during prime fall and winter swells. The dramatic New England scenery and consistent swell exposure make it a favorite among dedicated Massachusetts surfers willing to brave the cold North Atlantic waters.

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Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s E|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Poor

Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 6s and calm winds. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s SE|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Very Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
5s NE|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Very Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s E|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Poor

Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s E|Calm

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Cape Ann Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Cape Ann?
The current wave height at Cape Ann is 1-2ft with a 4.6s swell period. Wind is SSW at 11mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Cape Ann surf forecast?
Our Cape Ann 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.