Massachusetts
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Chandy's, Massachusetts. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on SSW swell at 6s with light winds out of the SW. The SSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and poor by then.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 8mph E winds.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate SW wind around 9mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 10mph from the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 17mph.
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Chandy's is a beach break located along the southwestern Massachusetts coastline near the Rhode Island border, picking up southeast and south swells that funnel into the area through Buzzards Bay and beyond. The spot faces northwest along its transect, meaning it benefits from refracted and wrapped swell energy, producing punchy, shifty peaks that reward surfers who can read the sandbars. Fall brings the best combination of hurricane groundswell and favorable winds, making it a seasonal favorite among local Massachusetts surfers.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Chandy's is 1-2ft with a 8.7s swell period. Wind is SW at 9mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Chandy's is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.4ft S primary swell at 9s, a 0.5ft WSW 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 Chandy's is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.15s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Chandy's 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 Chandy's. 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.
Chandy's is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Chandy's is a beach break located along the southwestern Massachusetts coastline near the Rhode Island border, picking up southeast and south swells that funnel into the area through Buzzards Bay and beyond. The spot faces northwest along its transect, meaning it benefits from refracted and wrapped swell energy, producing punchy, shifty peaks that reward surfers who can read the sandbars. Fall brings the best combination of hurricane groundswell and favorable winds, making it a seasonal favorite among local Massachusetts surfers.
The prime season at Chandy's 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 Chandy's include shifting sandbars, strong currents, cold water, crowds during peak swell, rocky shoreline sections. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Chandy's 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.
