New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Spring Lake for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Spring Lake, 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. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with glassy conditions.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with gentle SE breeze.
Sat, Jun 27: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. 1-2ft waves to start the day on SSE swell at 5s.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2ft waves on SE swell at 6s with barely a breath of wind. The ESE wind kicks in by afternoon — 8mph and poor by then.
Spring Lake is a scenic beach break along the Monmouth County coastline, offering consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The east-facing exposure picks up Atlantic swells well, with sandy bottom peaks forming across a wide beach. The upscale beachfront community and family-friendly atmosphere keep the vibe relaxed, while fall hurricane swells and nor'easters bring the most rewarding conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Spring Lake is 1ft with a 6.6s swell period. Wind is SW at 4mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Spring Lake is 1ft, produced by a 1.9ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 0.2ft NNE secondary swell at 3s, a 0.4ft S wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Spring Lake is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 9.75s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake. 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.
Spring Lake is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Spring Lake is a scenic beach break along the Monmouth County coastline, offering consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The east-facing exposure picks up Atlantic swells well, with sandy bottom peaks forming across a wide beach. The upscale beachfront community and family-friendly atmosphere keep the vibe relaxed, while fall hurricane swells and nor'easters bring the most rewarding conditions.
The prime season at Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake include swimmers, crowded beach, occasional rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Spring Lake 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.
