New Jersey
Aim for the middle of the day — 2-3+ft on E swell at 6s with 9mph SW winds.
Aim for the middle of the day — 2-3+ft on E swell at 6s with 9mph SW winds.
Best window·Monday 7AM–10AM·3-4ft·Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Brigantine, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 2-3+ft on E swell at 6s with 10mph from the SW. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 1-2ft on SE swell at 8s with moderate WNW wind around 9mph. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 13mph N winds.
Sun, Sep 6: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 2-3ft and mostly very poor with 17mph NNE winds.
Mon, Sep 7: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Fair - Good. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on ENE swell at 8s and 9mph NNW winds. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
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Poor - Fair today — get one free email when Brigantine turns Good.
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Brigantine is a mellow beach break on the barrier island north of Atlantic City, offering forgiving waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The SE-facing Atlantic exposure picks up a variety of swell angles, producing peaky, rolling surf with relatively consistent sandbars. Its low-key atmosphere and lighter crowds compared to Atlantic City make it a pleasant escape for surfers seeking uncrowded New Jersey lineups, especially during the quieter fall and winter months.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Brigantine is 2-3+ft with a 5.9s swell period. Wind is SW at 10mph. 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 Brigantine is 2-3+ft, produced by a 2.4ft E wind swell swell at 6s, a 1.7ft SE secondary swell at 9s, a 1ft SSW 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 Brigantine is Monday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 3ft waves, a 8.1s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Brigantine 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 Brigantine. 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.
Brigantine is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Brigantine is a mellow beach break on the barrier island north of Atlantic City, offering forgiving waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders. The SE-facing Atlantic exposure picks up a variety of swell angles, producing peaky, rolling surf with relatively consistent sandbars. Its low-key atmosphere and lighter crowds compared to Atlantic City make it a pleasant escape for surfers seeking uncrowded New Jersey lineups, especially during the quieter fall and winter months.
The prime season at Brigantine 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 Brigantine include rip currents, shifting sandbars, crowding near jetties, 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 Brigantine 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
