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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Mantoloking, New Jersey. 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 9mph from the SE.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with moderate N wind around 8mph and fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate N wind around 8mph.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate SSW wind around 11mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 18mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 3-4ft waves, 10mph from the W, fair - good conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning. Don't wait too long — the wind comes back up after lunch.
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Mantoloking is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, offering punchy peaks that respond well to northeast and east swells generated by Atlantic storms. The barrier island geography here creates shifting sandbars that can produce hollow, fast-breaking waves, particularly during fall hurricane season when powerful groundswells push in from offshore systems. Its relatively uncrowded lineup compared to better-known New Jersey spots makes it a local favorite for those seeking quality waves without the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Mantoloking is 3-4ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is ESE 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 Mantoloking is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.8ft SE primary swell at 8s, a 0.3ft ESE secondary swell at 13s. 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 Mantoloking is Thursday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 5ft waves, a 5.75s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Mantoloking 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 Mantoloking. 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.
Mantoloking is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Mantoloking is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, offering punchy peaks that respond well to northeast and east swells generated by Atlantic storms. The barrier island geography here creates shifting sandbars that can produce hollow, fast-breaking waves, particularly during fall hurricane season when powerful groundswells push in from offshore systems. Its relatively uncrowded lineup compared to better-known New Jersey spots makes it a local favorite for those seeking quality waves without the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds.
The prime season at Mantoloking 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 Mantoloking include rip currents, shifting sandbars, strong currents, nor'easter shore break, jetty structures. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Mantoloking 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.
