Swell Intel

Deal Surf Forecast, New Jersey

New Jersey

Dog Park3-4ftBoardwalk2-3ftAsbury Park2-3ft
Deal surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
7.25s
Wind
12mph
S / Gusts 19mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
4.6ft @ 7sSSE

Nearest Webcam

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 16mph WSW winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|16mph WSW
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
Poor

Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 14mph out of the SSW.

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

Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with strong NE wind at 16mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|15-16mph ENE
Sign up to unlockFree — no credit card
Sat

Forecast Charts

Deal Surf Spot Guide

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

Deal is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Monmouth County coastline, offering punchy, fast-breaking waves that respond well to east and northeast swells generated by Atlantic storms. The sandy bottom produces hollow peaks that can deliver quality barrels during fall hurricane season and nor'easters, making it a favorite among experienced Garden State surfers. Its relatively uncrowded stretch of shoreline compared to nearby spots, combined with consistent sandbars shaped by longshore drift, gives Deal a well-deserved reputation as one of New Jersey's more reliable and rewarding beach breaks.

Strong currentsRip currentsSeasonal jellyfishCrowding during peak swellsCold water

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

Deal Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Deal?
The current wave height at Deal is 1-2ft with a 7.25s swell period. Wind is S at 12mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Deal surf forecast?
Our Deal 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 Deal?
The current breaking wave height at Deal is 1-2ft, 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 Deal?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Deal is Thursday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 4ft waves, a 6.15s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.