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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Laurelton Blvd, 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 Fair. Expect 3-4ft all day on SSE swell at 8s with light winds out of the SE — nothing amazing but surfable.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on SE swell at 7s — light NNE winds.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light winds out of the NNW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on ESE swell at 7s with 12mph from the SSW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 20mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on S swell at 6s with strong SSW wind at 14mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 19mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
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Laurelton Blvd is a forgiving beach break located on the southern shore of Long Island, facing northeast toward the Atlantic. The sandy bottom and gradual beach slope make it an accessible spot for beginners to practice their fundamentals, with consistent small-to-medium waves during autumn swells. This suburban beach break offers a laid-back vibe with decent shape when northeast-facing Atlantic swells wrap around the coast.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Laurelton Blvd is 3-4ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SE at 9mph 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 Laurelton Blvd is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.8ft 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 Laurelton Blvd is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.5s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Laurelton Blvd works best with a S 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 Laurelton Blvd. 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.
Laurelton Blvd is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Laurelton Blvd is a forgiving beach break located on the southern shore of Long Island, facing northeast toward the Atlantic. The sandy bottom and gradual beach slope make it an accessible spot for beginners to practice their fundamentals, with consistent small-to-medium waves during autumn swells. This suburban beach break offers a laid-back vibe with decent shape when northeast-facing Atlantic swells wrap around the coast.
The prime season at Laurelton Blvd 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 Laurelton Blvd include jetties, swimmers, pollution. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Laurelton Blvd 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.
