Maine
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Colony Beach, Maine. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 5–6ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Midday is the call — 5-6ft waves with moderate SSW wind around 8mph and fair conditions.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on S swell at 6s with 8mph SW winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 14mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate SW wind around 8mph.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 9mph WSW winds.
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Colony Beach is a quiet stretch of Maine coastline near Kennebunkport, facing nearly due north and picking up northeast swells that roll in off the Gulf of Maine. Waves here tend to be small and mellow, making it an accessible spot for beginners and longboarders looking to escape the crowds of more popular New England breaks. The rugged Maine setting, with cool water and dramatic seasonal skies, gives this spot a raw, uncrowded charm that dedicated locals treasure.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Colony Beach is 5-6ft with a 9.7s 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 Colony Beach is 5-6ft, produced by a 3.9ft ESE primary swell at 10s, a 1.2ft SSW wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Colony Beach is Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 6ft waves, a 9.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Colony Beach works best with a NE swell and N 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 Colony Beach. 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.
Colony Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Colony Beach is a quiet stretch of Maine coastline near Kennebunkport, facing nearly due north and picking up northeast swells that roll in off the Gulf of Maine. Waves here tend to be small and mellow, making it an accessible spot for beginners and longboarders looking to escape the crowds of more popular New England breaks. The rugged Maine setting, with cool water and dramatic seasonal skies, gives this spot a raw, uncrowded charm that dedicated locals treasure.
The prime season at Colony Beach 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 Colony Beach include cold water, strong currents, rocky shoreline edges, seasonal fog, limited surf season. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Colony 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
