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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Beach Haven, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on E swell at 10s with glassy conditions. Onshore flow builds through the day to 21mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 8s with 8mph from the W. The SSE wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and poor by then.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 6s with gentle SW breeze. Onshore flow builds through the day to 10mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Tue, May 19: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SE swell at 8s with 10mph from the SW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 18mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Wed, May 20: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SE swell at 8s and moderate SSW wind around 10mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 19mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
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Beach Haven is a fun beach break at the southern end of Long Beach Island, offering consistent sandbars and forgiving waves suited for all levels. The Atlantic-facing shoreline picks up a wide range of east and northeast swells, with fall hurricane season pushing the best conditions to this laid-back barrier island community. The wide sandy beach and accessible shoreline make it a popular destination for families and surf-minded visitors alike.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Beach Haven is 2-3ft with a 9.4s swell period. Wind is SSW at 7mph 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 Beach Haven is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.9ft E primary swell at 10s, a 1.7ft SSE secondary swell at 9s. 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 Beach Haven is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 5.85s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Beach Haven 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 Beach Haven. 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.
Beach Haven is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Beach Haven is a fun beach break at the southern end of Long Beach Island, offering consistent sandbars and forgiving waves suited for all levels. The Atlantic-facing shoreline picks up a wide range of east and northeast swells, with fall hurricane season pushing the best conditions to this laid-back barrier island community. The wide sandy beach and accessible shoreline make it a popular destination for families and surf-minded visitors alike.
The prime season at Beach Haven 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 Beach Haven include rip currents, crowds in summer, shifting sandbars, cold water in winter. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Beach Haven 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.
