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Hampton Beach Surf Forecast, New Hampshire

New Hampshire

The Wall0-1ftSeabrook Beach2-3+ftCostellos1-2ft
Hampton Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Fair
Wave Height
3-4+ft
waist to chest high
Swell Period
4.9s
Wind
4mph
NE / Gusts 9mph
Conditions
Fair
Active Swells
Primary
2.6ft @ 5sENE
Secondary
0.8ft @ 6sSE
Tertiary
0.5ft @ 9sSE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 313-4ft
Poor - Fair
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 15-6ft
Fair

The sweet spot is around midday — 5-6ft waves, light SSW winds, fair - good conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning. Don't wait too long — the wind comes back up after lunch.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s SE|3-9mph SSW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor - Fair

Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 1-2ft. Later in the day looks more promising — 2-3ft and poor - fair.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s ESE|12mph NE
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Sat
4ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Fair

8s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Hampton Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
NE
Best Wind
WNW
Season
Fall

Hampton Beach is a accessible sandy beach break on New Hampshire's Atlantic coast that works best during fall and winter swells when northeastern storms push consistent waves toward the WNW-facing shore. The mellow, forgiving sand bottom makes this an ideal spot for beginners and intermediate surfers looking to practice their fundamentals in a relatively sheltered New England setting. While often crowded on good days due to its proximity to Boston and convenient beach access, Hampton offers reliable waves during seasonal swell events and maintains a welcoming local vibe.

Rocks near jettiesStrong shore break at high tideCold water temperatures

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

Hampton Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Hampton Beach?
The current wave height at Hampton Beach is 3-4+ft with a 4.9s swell period. Wind is NE at 4mph. Conditions are rated Fair.
How accurate is the Hampton Beach surf forecast?
Our Hampton 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Hampton Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Hampton Beach is 3-4+ft, produced by a 2.6ft ENE primary swell at 5s, a 0.8ft SE secondary swell at 6s, a 0.5ft SE tertiary swell at 9s. 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 Hampton Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Hampton Beach is Wednesday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 5ft waves, a 3.3s swell period, and conditions rated Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.