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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Long Beach (West End), 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 moderate SE wind around 8mph — nothing amazing but surfable.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SE swell at 7s with light winds out of the NNW. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 8mph NNW winds.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on ESE swell at 7s with 12mph from the SSW. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 20mph and poor by then.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on S swell at 6s with strong SSW wind at 14mph. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 19mph from the W and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
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Long Beach West End is a sandy beach break offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and intermediate progression. Located on Long Island's exposed Atlantic coast, this spot picks up consistent swell during autumn and winter months when North Atlantic storms generate quality surf. The wide beach and sandy bottom make it forgiving for beginners, though the popular break can get crowded on good days.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Long Beach (West End) is 3-4ft with a 8.05s swell period. Wind is SE at 7mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Long Beach (West End) 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 Long Beach (West End) is Sunday from 4 PM to 7 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.05s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Long Beach (West End) 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 Long Beach (West End). 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.
Long Beach (West End) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Long Beach West End is a sandy beach break offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and intermediate progression. Located on Long Island's exposed Atlantic coast, this spot picks up consistent swell during autumn and winter months when North Atlantic storms generate quality surf. The wide beach and sandy bottom make it forgiving for beginners, though the popular break can get crowded on good days.
The prime season at Long Beach (West End) 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 Long Beach (West End) include heavy crowd, swimmers in summer, jetties and piers, occasional rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Long Beach (West End) 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.
