Delaware
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Gordon Pond, Delaware. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on ESE swell at 9s with calm winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 14mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. 1-2ft waves to start the day on SSE swell at 6s.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle WSW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 9mph.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 10mph SW winds.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 11mph from the SSW.
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Gordon Pond is a sheltered beach break located on Delaware's inland bay system, offering mellow, forgiving waves ideal for learning and progression. The protected bay orientation creates smaller, more manageable swell compared to the Atlantic-facing beaches, making it a perfect alternative during larger swells or for newer surfers seeking gentler conditions. With its sandy bottom and gradual break characteristics, this spot rewards patience and provides plenty of space for paddling out and practicing fundamental skills.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Gordon Pond is 2-3ft with a 9.45s swell period. Wind is S at 8mph and 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 Gordon Pond is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.3ft ESE primary swell at 9s, a 0.9ft SW 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 Gordon Pond is Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 2ft waves, a 8.1s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Gordon Pond works best with a E swell and W 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 Gordon Pond. 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.
Gordon Pond is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Gordon Pond is a sheltered beach break located on Delaware's inland bay system, offering mellow, forgiving waves ideal for learning and progression. The protected bay orientation creates smaller, more manageable swell compared to the Atlantic-facing beaches, making it a perfect alternative during larger swells or for newer surfers seeking gentler conditions. With its sandy bottom and gradual break characteristics, this spot rewards patience and provides plenty of space for paddling out and practicing fundamental skills.
The prime season at Gordon Pond 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 Gordon Pond include shallow water, soft swell consistency, bay traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Gordon Pond 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.
