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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Wildwood, 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: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor - fair conditions with 9mph from the S.
Mon, May 11: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 7s and 15mph out of the NNE. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with moderate N wind around 9mph.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 14mph S winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 19mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 6s and 14mph WNW winds. Surf tapers off through the afternoon to 1-2ft.
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Wildwood is known for its exceptionally wide beaches — some of the widest on the East Coast — and produces fun, mellow waves suited for beginners and intermediate surfers. The SE-facing coastline picks up swells from tropical systems and nor'easters, with NW offshore winds creating clean conditions. The long paddle out across the wide, shallow beach means waves tend to be well-formed by the time they reach the sandbars, and the family-friendly boardwalk atmosphere keeps the vibe relaxed.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Wildwood is 2-3ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SSE at 10mph 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 Wildwood is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.9ft SE primary swell at 8s, a 0.3ft SE secondary swell at 13s, a 0.5ft SSE 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 Wildwood is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 5.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Wildwood works best with a SE swell and NW 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 Wildwood. 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.
Wildwood is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Wildwood is known for its exceptionally wide beaches — some of the widest on the East Coast — and produces fun, mellow waves suited for beginners and intermediate surfers. The SE-facing coastline picks up swells from tropical systems and nor'easters, with NW offshore winds creating clean conditions. The long paddle out across the wide, shallow beach means waves tend to be well-formed by the time they reach the sandbars, and the family-friendly boardwalk atmosphere keeps the vibe relaxed.
The prime season at Wildwood 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 Wildwood include shorebreak, tourists in summer. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Wildwood 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.
