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. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with calm winds.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2ft on S swell at 8s with glassy conditions. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 10mph from the SSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light winds out of the SSW.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. The sweet spot is around midday — 2ft waves, light winds out of the WSW, poor - fair conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 1-2ft waves, 7mph NE winds, poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Long Point is a classic northeast-facing point break that wraps around a sandy peninsula on Cape Cod, offering peeling waves that work best during autumn swells when Atlantic storm systems send consistent NE groundswell. The relatively sheltered sandy point setup creates forgiving, mellow waves ideal for building skills, with the ability to handle moderate wave heights while maintaining shape. This scenic break attracts a steady stream of local surfers but rarely gets overwhelmed, making it a solid option for intermediate surfers seeking quality Cape Cod waves.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Long Point is 1-2ft with a 6.8s swell period. Wind is WSW 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 Long Point is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.7ft SSE primary swell at 7s, a 1.9ft 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 Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 7.75s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Long Point 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 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 is a classic northeast-facing point break that wraps around a sandy peninsula on Cape Cod, offering peeling waves that work best during autumn swells when Atlantic storm systems send consistent NE groundswell. The relatively sheltered sandy point setup creates forgiving, mellow waves ideal for building skills, with the ability to handle moderate wave heights while maintaining shape. This scenic break attracts a steady stream of local surfers but rarely gets overwhelmed, making it a solid option for intermediate surfers seeking quality Cape Cod waves.
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 currents around point, shallow water at low tide, crowded at peak times. 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.
