New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Surf City for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Surf City, 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. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with calm winds.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with light winds out of the SE. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 16mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. The sweet spot is around midday — 1-2ft waves, 7mph from the SSE, poor - fair conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 9mph from the ENE.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light ENE winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 8mph.
Surf City is a classic Long Beach Island beach break offering fun, forgiving waves ideal for beginners and those building their skills. The east-facing Atlantic exposure picks up E and NE swells from coastal storms and hurricane remnants, with the sandy bottom producing rolling peaks across a wide stretch of shoreline. Fall brings the most consistent and powerful surf, and the laid-back barrier island vibe keeps the atmosphere welcoming.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Surf City is 1ft with a 6.65s swell period. Wind is S at 10mph 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 Surf City 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 Surf City is Friday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 2ft waves, a 5s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Surf City 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 Surf City. 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.
Surf City is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Surf City is a classic Long Beach Island beach break offering fun, forgiving waves ideal for beginners and those building their skills. The east-facing Atlantic exposure picks up E and NE swells from coastal storms and hurricane remnants, with the sandy bottom producing rolling peaks across a wide stretch of shoreline. Fall brings the most consistent and powerful surf, and the laid-back barrier island vibe keeps the atmosphere welcoming.
The prime season at Surf City 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 Surf City include rip currents, seasonal crowds, cold water, stingrays. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Surf City 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.
