Maine
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Reid State Park for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Reid State Park, Maine. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions with barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 7s with light W winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 9mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2ft on SSE swell at 8s with gentle NW breeze. Onshore flow builds through the day to 10mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light winds out of the NNE.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. 1-2ft waves to start the day on SSE swell at 6s.
Reid State Park offers accessible beach breaks along Maine's rocky coastline, with sandy bottom waves that are forgiving for newer surfers. The northward-facing beach captures Atlantic swells well during fall and winter storms, creating consistent peaks across a wide stretch of sand. This scenic park combines solid learning waves with the rugged beauty of Maine's coast, making it a popular destination for East Coast beginners seeking quality conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Reid State Park is 2ft with a 7.1s swell period. Wind is WNW at 7mph 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 Reid State Park is 2ft, produced by a 1.8ft SSE primary swell at 7s, a 0.9ft SSW wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Reid State Park is Thursday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 2ft waves, a 8.2s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Reid State Park works best with a SE 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 Reid State Park. 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.
Reid State Park is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Reid State Park offers accessible beach breaks along Maine's rocky coastline, with sandy bottom waves that are forgiving for newer surfers. The northward-facing beach captures Atlantic swells well during fall and winter storms, creating consistent peaks across a wide stretch of sand. This scenic park combines solid learning waves with the rugged beauty of Maine's coast, making it a popular destination for East Coast beginners seeking quality conditions.
The prime season at Reid State Park 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 Reid State Park include cold water temperatures, strong currents, rocky outcrops, occasional riptides. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Reid State Park 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.
