New York
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at West Dune Rd. , New York. 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 Fair. Rideable all day with 3-4ft waves on SSE swell at 8s and 9mph from the S.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 7s and light N winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on ESE swell at 7s with 8mph NNW winds. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 7s with moderate SSW wind around 10mph. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 16mph from the S and dropping conditions to poor.
Thu, May 14: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Midday is the call — 3-4ft waves with 11mph from the SSW and poor - fair conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Free, simple, and takes 30 seconds.
West Dune Rd. is a relatively uncrowded beach break tucked along the South Fork of Long Island in New York, facing nearly north-northwest toward the open waters of the Atlantic approaches. The spot picks up swells generated by nor'easters and late-season tropical storms, producing punchy, sand-bottom waves that can offer solid barrels when conditions align. Its low-key access and distance from more popular Hamptons surf zones keep the lineup refreshingly mellow, rewarding those willing to do a little exploring.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at West Dune Rd. is 3-4ft with a 8.15s swell period. Wind is S at 8mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at West Dune Rd. is 3-4ft, produced by a 5.1ft SSE primary 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 West Dune Rd. is Sunday from 4 PM to 7 PM with 4ft waves, a 8.15s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
West Dune Rd. works best with a SSE swell and NNW 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 West Dune Rd. . 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.
West Dune Rd. is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. West Dune Rd. is a relatively uncrowded beach break tucked along the South Fork of Long Island in New York, facing nearly north-northwest toward the open waters of the Atlantic approaches. The spot picks up swells generated by nor'easters and late-season tropical storms, producing punchy, sand-bottom waves that can offer solid barrels when conditions align. Its low-key access and distance from more popular Hamptons surf zones keep the lineup refreshingly mellow, rewarding those willing to do a little exploring.
The prime season at West Dune Rd. 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 West Dune Rd. include strong currents, rip currents, cold water, shifting sandbars, onshore winds. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our West Dune Rd. 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.
