Massachusetts
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Long Point for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Long Point, Massachusetts. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light SSW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle WSW breeze.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with gentle NNE breeze.
Long Point in Massachusetts is a classic point break that wraps around a sandy peninsula, offering peeling waves that hold shape across multiple sections. The spot works best during autumn swells when Atlantic storms deliver consistent energy, producing hollow, rideable waves suitable for intermediate surfers looking to practice their rail work. The sandy bottom and point structure create forgiving conditions compared to many Northeast breaks, making it a reliable option when other local spots are too crowded or choppy.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Long Point is 1ft with a 6.55s swell period. Wind is SW at 6mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Long Point is 1ft, produced by a 1.7ft SSE primary swell at 7s, a 1.6ft SW 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 Long Point is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 6.5s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Long Point works best with a E swell and W 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 Point. 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 Point is a point with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Long Point in Massachusetts is a classic point break that wraps around a sandy peninsula, offering peeling waves that hold shape across multiple sections. The spot works best during autumn swells when Atlantic storms deliver consistent energy, producing hollow, rideable waves suitable for intermediate surfers looking to practice their rail work. The sandy bottom and point structure create forgiving conditions compared to many Northeast breaks, making it a reliable option when other local spots are too crowded or choppy.
The prime season at Long Point 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 Point include strong currents near point, shallow sandbars at low tide, occasional rip currents, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Long Point 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
