Maine
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Harbor 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: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions with 7mph from the SE.
Mon, May 11: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Skip the dawn patrol — 3-4ft and fair early on. Afternoon shapes up better with 3-4ft and fair conditions.
Tue, May 12: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on ESE swell at 8s — light winds out of the NW.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 7s with gentle ENE breeze. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 17mph from the S and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Thu, May 14: 4–5ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 4-5ft and poor - fair with 13mph SSE winds.
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Harbor Beach is a tucked-away surf spot on the southern Maine coast near York, facing WSW into the Gulf of Maine and picking up long-traveling swells that wrap into its sheltered shoreline. The beach break offers mellow, crumbly waves that are forgiving for beginners and longboarders, though powerful northeast ground swells in autumn can push the surf to more punchy, hollow conditions. Surfing in Maine means cold water year-round, wild coastal scenery, and a refreshingly uncrowded lineup that rewards those willing to brave the chill.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Harbor Beach is 2-3ft with a 7.95s swell period. Wind is SE 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 Harbor Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.2ft ESE primary swell at 8s, a 0.3ft ESE secondary swell at 13s, a 1.8ft SE wind swell swell at 4s. 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 Harbor Beach is Friday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 4ft waves, a 8.65s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Harbor Beach works best with a NE swell and SW 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 Harbor 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.
Harbor Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Harbor Beach is a tucked-away surf spot on the southern Maine coast near York, facing WSW into the Gulf of Maine and picking up long-traveling swells that wrap into its sheltered shoreline. The beach break offers mellow, crumbly waves that are forgiving for beginners and longboarders, though powerful northeast ground swells in autumn can push the surf to more punchy, hollow conditions. Surfing in Maine means cold water year-round, wild coastal scenery, and a refreshingly uncrowded lineup that rewards those willing to brave the chill.
The prime season at Harbor 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 Harbor Beach include cold water, rip currents, rocks near shore, lobster trap lines, hypothermia risk. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Harbor 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.
