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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Indian Wells 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: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor - fair conditions with moderate S wind around 10mph.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 3-4ft waves, 10mph NNW winds, fair - good conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 7s and 8mph NNW winds. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 7s with 11mph from the SSW. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 16mph and poor by then.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Expect 2-3ft waves early on SE swell at 10s.
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Indian Wells Beach is a sandy beach break on Long Island's North Shore that catches northeast Atlantic swells and nor'easters during fall and winter months. The beach's northwest-facing orientation makes it ideal for capturing swell energy while offshore southwest winds help shape the waves into clean, organized peaks. This mellow, welcoming break offers small to medium waves perfect for learning, with the sandy bottom providing soft landings and forgiving conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Indian Wells Beach is 2-3ft with a 8.2s swell period. Wind is S at 11mph 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 Indian Wells Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 3.1ft 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 Indian Wells Beach is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.6s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Indian Wells 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 Indian Wells 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.
Indian Wells Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Indian Wells Beach is a sandy beach break on Long Island's North Shore that catches northeast Atlantic swells and nor'easters during fall and winter months. The beach's northwest-facing orientation makes it ideal for capturing swell energy while offshore southwest winds help shape the waves into clean, organized peaks. This mellow, welcoming break offers small to medium waves perfect for learning, with the sandy bottom providing soft landings and forgiving conditions.
The prime season at Indian Wells 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 Indian Wells Beach include cold water temperatures in winter, occasional strong currents, busy beach area during summer months. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Indian Wells 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.
