New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Spray Beach for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Spray Beach, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with glassy conditions.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with light SSW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 16mph by PM.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light SSE winds.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with moderate ENE wind around 9mph.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. 1-2ft waves to start the day on SSE swell at 6s. The ESE wind builds to around 8mph by afternoon.
Spray Beach is a mellow beach break on Long Beach Island offering forgiving waves ideal for beginners and longboarders. The east-facing Atlantic exposure picks up E and ENE swells consistently, with fall nor'easters and hurricane remnants delivering the best surf of the year. The sandy bottom and relaxed vibe make it a welcoming spot on the classic Jersey Shore barrier island.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Spray Beach is 1ft with a 6.65s swell period. Wind is S at 14mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Spray Beach is 1ft, produced by a 0.3ft NNE primary swell at 4s, a 2.6ft SSE wind swell swell at 7s. 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 Spray Beach is Sunday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 2ft waves, a 9.9s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Spray Beach works best with a E 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 Spray 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.
Spray Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Spray Beach is a mellow beach break on Long Beach Island offering forgiving waves ideal for beginners and longboarders. The east-facing Atlantic exposure picks up E and ENE swells consistently, with fall nor'easters and hurricane remnants delivering the best surf of the year. The sandy bottom and relaxed vibe make it a welcoming spot on the classic Jersey Shore barrier island.
The prime season at Spray 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 Spray Beach include rip currents, crowded summer swimmers, lifeguard restrictions, occasional jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Spray 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
