Massachusetts
Best window·Thursday 6AM–9AM·3ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Miacomet Rd., 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 barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Fair. First light looks cleanest — 3-4ft on S swell at 8s with gentle W breeze. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 11mph from the SSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with 8mph S winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 19mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–1ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 11mph WNW winds.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 1-2ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 2ft and poor - fair.
Miacomet Rd. on Nantucket Island offers a accessible beach break with consistent sand-bottom peaks that work well for learners and intermediate surfers. The break benefits from Southern Atlantic swells that wrap around the island's southern exposure, providing playful waves in the 2-4 foot range on good days. This relatively sheltered beach has a mellow vibe and scenic New England character, making it an ideal spot to dial in your fundamentals.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Miacomet Rd. is 1-2ft with a 6.8s swell period. Wind is WSW at 10mph 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 Miacomet Rd. is 1-2ft, produced by a 2.8ft SSE primary swell at 7s, a 2.5ft 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 Miacomet Rd. is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.9s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Miacomet Rd. 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 Miacomet Rd.. 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.
Miacomet Rd. is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Miacomet Rd. on Nantucket Island offers a accessible beach break with consistent sand-bottom peaks that work well for learners and intermediate surfers. The break benefits from Southern Atlantic swells that wrap around the island's southern exposure, providing playful waves in the 2-4 foot range on good days. This relatively sheltered beach has a mellow vibe and scenic New England character, making it an ideal spot to dial in your fundamentals.
The prime season at Miacomet Rd. 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 Miacomet Rd. include rip currents, cold water temperature, occasional rocks in shorebreak. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Miacomet Rd. 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.
