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Bradley Beach Surf Forecast, New Jersey

New Jersey

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Current Conditions

Poor - Fair
Wave Height
2-3ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
7.25s
Wind
12mph
S / Gusts 19mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
4.6ft @ 7sSSE

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Daily Forecast

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

Rideable all day with 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 7s and 16mph out of the WSW.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|16mph WSW
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Poor - Fair

Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor - fair at 2-3ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 2-3ft and fair.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s SSE|13-14mph SW
Thu, Apr 23-4ft
Poor

First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on SSE swell at 7s with strong NE wind at 16mph. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|15-16mph ENE
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Bradley Beach Surf Spot Guide

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

Bradley Beach is a classic New Jersey shore break situated along the Monmouth County coastline, offering mellow, forgiving waves that roll in off the Atlantic and break over a gently sloping sandy bottom. The beach faces nearly due east, making it well-suited to pick up northeast and east swells generated by Atlantic storms, with fall hurricane season delivering some of the best surf of the year. Its relaxed wave character and easy beach access make it a popular spot for learners and longboarders, while more experienced surfers enjoy the occasional punchy peaks that form during stronger swell events.

Rip currentsCrowded lineups in summerBeach closuresSeasonal lifeguard restrictions

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

Bradley Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Bradley Beach?
The current wave height at Bradley Beach is 2-3ft with a 7.25s swell period. Wind is S at 12mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Bradley Beach surf forecast?
Our Bradley Beach 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 Bradley Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Bradley Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 4.6ft SSE 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 Bradley Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Bradley Beach is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.65s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.