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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Pacific Blvd, New York. 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 Fair. Rideable all day with 3-4ft waves on SSE swell at 8s and moderate SE wind around 9mph.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Consistent 2-3ft surf through the day on SE swell at 7s with gentle N breeze.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Morning kicks off with 1-2ft on SE swell at 7s.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on ESE swell at 7s with 12mph from the SSW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 20mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on S swell at 6s with 14mph SSW winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 19mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
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Pacific Blvd is a solid beach break located on Long Island's South Shore in New York, sitting along the Atlantic-facing coastline near Long Beach. The spot picks up long-traveling south and southeast swells that wrap into the shore, producing punchy, fast-breaking waves that reward surfers who can read shifting sandbars. Fall is prime time here when post-tropical and nor'easter swells deliver some of the most powerful and consistent surf the New York coastline has to offer.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Pacific Blvd is 3-4ft with a 8.05s swell period. Wind is SE at 8mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Pacific Blvd is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.8ft SSE primary swell at 8s. 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 Pacific Blvd is Sunday from 4 PM to 7 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.05s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Pacific Blvd works best with a SSE swell and NNW 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 Pacific Blvd. 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.
Pacific Blvd is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Pacific Blvd is a solid beach break located on Long Island's South Shore in New York, sitting along the Atlantic-facing coastline near Long Beach. The spot picks up long-traveling south and southeast swells that wrap into the shore, producing punchy, fast-breaking waves that reward surfers who can read shifting sandbars. Fall is prime time here when post-tropical and nor'easter swells deliver some of the most powerful and consistent surf the New York coastline has to offer.
The prime season at Pacific Blvd 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 Pacific Blvd include strong rip currents, crowded lineups on good swells, cold water, shifting sandbars, localism. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Pacific Blvd 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.
