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Beach Haven Surf Forecast, New Jersey

New Jersey

Holyoke2-3+ftSpray Beach1-2+ft34th Street2-3ft
Beach Haven surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
2-3+ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
6.85s
Wind
23mph
S / Gusts 35mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
5.4ft @ 7sS

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 312-3ft
Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 16mph out of the S.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s E|16mph S
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Poor

Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 2-3ft with strong SSW wind at 17mph. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s S|16-19mph SSW
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with strong NNE wind at 22mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s SSE|15-22mph NNE
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Forecast Charts

Beach Haven Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

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.

Rip currentsCrowds in summerShifting sandbarsCold water in winter

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

Beach Haven Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Beach Haven?
The current wave height at Beach Haven is 2-3+ft with a 6.85s swell period. Wind is S at 23mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Beach Haven surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Beach Haven?
The current breaking wave height at Beach Haven is 2-3+ft, produced by a 5.4ft S 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.
When is the best time to surf Beach Haven?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Beach Haven is Sunday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 3ft waves, a 6.7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.