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Abels Hill Surf Forecast, Massachusetts

Massachusetts

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Abels Hill surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
4-5+ft
chest to head high
Swell Period
8.2s
Wind
9mph
SSW / Gusts 20mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
5.6ft @ 8sSSW

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 314-5ft
Poor - Fair
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 15-6ft
Poor

Slim pickings today — 4-5ft and poor with strong SW wind at 16mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s SSW|14-17mph SW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor - Fair

Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSW swell at 8s with 13mph from the NE. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSW|12-13mph NE
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Sat
2ft
Swell building Fri, Apr 3Poor

6s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Forecast Charts

Abels Hill Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
NE
Best Wind
SW
Season
Fall

Abels Hill is a mellow beach break located on Martha's Vineyard's south shore, offering forgiving waves ideal for learning and progression. The sandy bottom creates soft, rolling waves that peel consistently during northeast swells, while the exposed northwest-facing beach attracts clean conditions during southwest winds. This quiet spot provides a relaxed vibe with manageable crowds, making it perfect for beginners seeking quality practice sessions away from busier Massachusetts breaks.

Shorebreak during larger swellsSeasonal rip currentsCold water temperatures

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Abels Hill Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Abels Hill?
The current wave height at Abels Hill is 4-5+ft with a 8.2s swell period. Wind is SSW at 9mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Abels Hill surf forecast?
Our Abels Hill 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Abels Hill?
The current breaking wave height at Abels Hill is 4-5+ft, produced by a 5.6ft SSW 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.
When is the best time to surf Abels Hill?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Abels Hill is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.75s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.