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Crescent Beach Surf Forecast

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Crescent Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
5.2s
Wind
9mph
S / Gusts 23mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.5ft @ 10sE
Secondary
0.2ft @ 14sESE
Wind Swell
4.3ft @ 5sS

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Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
SE
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

Crescent Beach is a charming sandy break tucked along the southern Maine coastline near Cape Elizabeth, facing west-northwest into Saco Bay. The spot picks up long-period swells that wrap around the headlands, producing mellow, rolling waves best suited for beginners and longboarders looking to enjoy Maine's rugged coastal scenery. Fall delivers the most consistent surf as Atlantic storm systems push energy into the bay, and the sparse crowds make it a peaceful escape compared to more well-known New England breaks.

Cold waterRip currentsRocks at beach edgesHypothermia riskSeasonal jellyfish

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Wed, Mar 25Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Thu, Mar 26Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
14s ESE|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s SSE|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Very Poor

A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Poor

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

6am9am12pm3pm
8s ESE|Calm

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Crescent Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Crescent Beach?
The current wave height at Crescent Beach is 1-2ft with a 5.2s swell period. Wind is S at 9mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Crescent Beach surf forecast?
Our Crescent 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.