Massachusetts
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Madaquecham, Massachusetts. 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 Poor - Fair. Pretty quiet out there — 3-4ft and mostly poor - fair with 12mph SW winds.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 3-4ft waves on SSE swell at 8s with 11mph NNW winds. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 13mph N winds.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor conditions with strong SW wind at 16mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 21mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor. 2-3ft waves to start the day on SSE swell at 8s.
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Madaquecham is a sheltered sandy beach break located on Martha's Vineyard's south shore, offering mellow, forgiving waves perfect for learning and practicing fundamentals. The beach receives consistent Atlantic swells, particularly during autumn months when nor'easters create quality waves with good shape and manageable power. This quiet, uncrowded spot is ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers looking for a low-key session away from the busier New England breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Madaquecham is 3-4ft with a 8.35s swell period. Wind is SW 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 Madaquecham is 3-4ft, produced by a 5.6ft S primary swell at 8s, a 0.4ft SE secondary swell at 13s, a 0.2ft SSE tertiary swell at 16s. 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 Madaquecham is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Madaquecham 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 Madaquecham. 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.
Madaquecham is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Madaquecham is a sheltered sandy beach break located on Martha's Vineyard's south shore, offering mellow, forgiving waves perfect for learning and practicing fundamentals. The beach receives consistent Atlantic swells, particularly during autumn months when nor'easters create quality waves with good shape and manageable power. This quiet, uncrowded spot is ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers looking for a low-key session away from the busier New England breaks.
The prime season at Madaquecham 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 Madaquecham include occasional currents, shallow water at low tide. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Madaquecham 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.
