Ocean City, NJ Surf Forecast
New Jersey
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Ocean City is one of southern New Jersey's most consistent surf zones, with jetties at nearly every block creating well-shaped sandbars that produce quality peaks up and down the island. The SE-facing exposure picks up a wide swell window, and the groyne structures focus wave energy into defined takeoff zones. Fall hurricane swells and nor'easters deliver the best conditions, with NW offshore winds grooming the faces clean. A family-friendly town with strong surf culture.
Forecast Charts
Daily Forecast
Skip the dawn patrol — 1-2ft and poor early on. Later in the day looks more promising — 2-3ft and poor - fair.
First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SE swell at 8s with glassy conditions. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with glassy conditions.
A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.
Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.
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