Harvey Cedars Surf Forecast, New Jersey
New Jersey
Current Conditions
Poor - FairWave Height
2-3+ft
waist to chest high
Swell Period
6.9s
Wind
23mph
SSW / Gusts 36mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
6.2ft @ 7sS
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Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 312-3ft
Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 13-4ft
Poor - FairA slow one — 3-4ft waves and poor - fair conditions with strong SSW wind at 20mph.
6am9am12pm3pm
8s SSE|13-20mph SSW
Thu, Apr 23-4ft
PoorA slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor conditions with strong NNE wind at 21mph.
6am9am12pm3pm
6s SSE|21-27mph NE
3ft
Swell building Fri, Apr 3Fair
6s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast
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Harvey Cedars Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall
Harvey Cedars is a classic Long Beach Island beach break offering fun, consistent waves along the east-facing Atlantic shoreline. The sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions and peaky surf that works well for all levels, with fall nor'easters delivering the most powerful and organized swells. The quiet residential atmosphere and uncrowded lineups make it a favorite among LBI regulars.
Cold water in winterOccasional strong currentsCrowded during summer holidays
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Harvey Cedars Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Harvey Cedars?
The current wave height at Harvey Cedars is 2-3+ft with a 6.9s swell period. Wind is SSW at 23mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Harvey Cedars surf forecast?
Our Harvey Cedars 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 Harvey Cedars?
The current breaking wave height at Harvey Cedars is 2-3+ft, produced by a 6.2ft S 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 Harvey Cedars?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Harvey Cedars is Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 4ft waves, a 7.2s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.