Maine
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Moody Beach, Maine. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light SE winds.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 8s and gentle WNW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 11mph.
Tue, May 12: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 8s with gentle NW breeze. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with gentle ENE breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 18mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, strong SSE wind at 14mph, poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
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Moody Beach is a sandy stretch tucked along the southern Maine coastline near Wells, facing WNW into the Gulf of Maine and picking up northeast and east swells that wrap into the bay. Waves here tend to be mellow and forgiving, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders looking to enjoy uncrowded lineups in a stunning New England setting. Fall delivers the most consistent surf as Atlantic storms push clean groundswells up the coast, and the crisp Maine air adds to the raw, adventurous feel of surfing this quiet beach.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Moody Beach is 1-2+ft with a 7.05s swell period. Wind is SE at 8mph 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 Moody Beach is 1-2+ft, produced by a 2.8ft SE primary swell at 6s, a 1.8ft ESE secondary swell at 8s, a 0.3ft ESE tertiary 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 Moody Beach is Friday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Moody Beach works best with a ESE 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 Moody Beach. 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.
Moody Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Moody Beach is a sandy stretch tucked along the southern Maine coastline near Wells, facing WNW into the Gulf of Maine and picking up northeast and east swells that wrap into the bay. Waves here tend to be mellow and forgiving, making it a welcoming spot for beginners and longboarders looking to enjoy uncrowded lineups in a stunning New England setting. Fall delivers the most consistent surf as Atlantic storms push clean groundswells up the coast, and the crisp Maine air adds to the raw, adventurous feel of surfing this quiet beach.
The prime season at Moody Beach 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 Moody Beach include cold water, rip currents, strong seasonal winds, limited surf rescue services. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Moody Beach 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.
