Maine
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Colony Beach, Maine. 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, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 7mph SE winds.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light winds out of the WNW.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 8s with light NNW winds. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with calm winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 17mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Morning kicks off with 2-3ft on ESE swell at 10s.
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Colony Beach is a quiet stretch of Maine coastline near Kennebunkport, facing nearly due north and picking up northeast swells that roll in off the Gulf of Maine. Waves here tend to be small and mellow, making it an accessible spot for beginners and longboarders looking to escape the crowds of more popular New England breaks. The rugged Maine setting, with cool water and dramatic seasonal skies, gives this spot a raw, uncrowded charm that dedicated locals treasure.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Colony Beach is 1-2ft with a 6.9s swell period. Wind is SE at 7mph 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 Colony Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 3.5ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 0.4ft SE secondary swell at 13s. 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 Colony Beach is Tuesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Colony Beach works best with a NE swell and N 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 Colony Beach. 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.
Colony Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Colony Beach is a quiet stretch of Maine coastline near Kennebunkport, facing nearly due north and picking up northeast swells that roll in off the Gulf of Maine. Waves here tend to be small and mellow, making it an accessible spot for beginners and longboarders looking to escape the crowds of more popular New England breaks. The rugged Maine setting, with cool water and dramatic seasonal skies, gives this spot a raw, uncrowded charm that dedicated locals treasure.
The prime season at Colony Beach 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 Colony Beach include cold water, strong currents, rocky shoreline edges, seasonal fog, limited surf season. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Colony Beach 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.
