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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.
Sun, May 10: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 3-4ft and poor - fair conditions with 11mph from the ESE.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 3-4ft with 15mph out of the NNE. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph from the N.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on ESE swell at 7s with 13mph SSW winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 3-4ft on SSE swell at 8s with moderate W wind around 10mph. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
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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 3-4ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SSE at 12mph 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 Spray Beach is 3-4ft, produced by a 0.3ft ESE primary swell at 13s, a 3.8ft SE wind swell 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 Spray Beach is Thursday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 4ft waves, a 5.85s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
