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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Coopers Beach, New York. 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. Slim pickings today — 3-4ft and poor - fair with moderate SSE wind around 9mph.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Consistent 2-3ft surf through the day on SE swell at 8s with light winds out of the NNW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Fair. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on ESE swell at 8s with moderate NNW wind around 8mph. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on ESE swell at 7s and 10mph from the SSW. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 15mph from the S and dropping conditions to poor.
Thu, May 14: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Midday is the call — 3-4ft waves with 11mph from the SSW and poor - fair conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
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Coopers Beach in Southampton, New York is a mellow beach break on the South Fork of Long Island, facing northwest into Peconic Bay and the Great Peconic waters, which means it picks up wind swell and chop rather than classic open-ocean groundswell. The waves here are typically small and soft, making it a friendly spot for beginners and longboarders looking to practice in less crowded conditions than the more exposed Atlantic-facing beaches nearby. Its sheltered orientation and sandy bottom create forgiving, rolling waves that are best enjoyed during strong northwest storm fetch events in fall and winter.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Coopers Beach is 3-4ft with a 8.2s swell period. Wind is SSE at 10mph 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 Coopers Beach is 3-4ft, produced by a 4.6ft SSE 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 Coopers Beach is Monday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.25s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Coopers Beach 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 Coopers 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.
Coopers Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Coopers Beach in Southampton, New York is a mellow beach break on the South Fork of Long Island, facing northwest into Peconic Bay and the Great Peconic waters, which means it picks up wind swell and chop rather than classic open-ocean groundswell. The waves here are typically small and soft, making it a friendly spot for beginners and longboarders looking to practice in less crowded conditions than the more exposed Atlantic-facing beaches nearby. Its sheltered orientation and sandy bottom create forgiving, rolling waves that are best enjoyed during strong northwest storm fetch events in fall and winter.
The prime season at Coopers 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 Coopers Beach include strong winds, boat traffic, rip currents during storms, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Coopers 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.
