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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Indian Wells Beach, New York. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 4–5ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 4-5ft on SE swell at 9s with calm winds. The SSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 16mph and poor by then.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Midday is the call — 3-4ft waves with light winds out of the SW and fair - good conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Patience pays off today — morning is poor - fair with 2-3ft. Wind drops off and the surface cleans up — fair by afternoon.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 10mph from the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 16mph.
Wed, May 20: 4–5ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 4-5ft waves on SSE swell at 9s and moderate SW wind around 12mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 17mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
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Indian Wells Beach is a sandy beach break on Long Island's North Shore that catches northeast Atlantic swells and nor'easters during fall and winter months. The beach's northwest-facing orientation makes it ideal for capturing swell energy while offshore southwest winds help shape the waves into clean, organized peaks. This mellow, welcoming break offers small to medium waves perfect for learning, with the sandy bottom providing soft landings and forgiving conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Indian Wells Beach is 4-5ft with a 9.45s swell period. Wind is SSW at 9mph 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 Indian Wells Beach is 4-5ft, produced by a 2.2ft SE primary 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.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Indian Wells Beach is Sunday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 4ft waves, a 6.45s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Indian Wells Beach works best with a SE swell and NW 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 Indian Wells 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.
Indian Wells Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Indian Wells Beach is a sandy beach break on Long Island's North Shore that catches northeast Atlantic swells and nor'easters during fall and winter months. The beach's northwest-facing orientation makes it ideal for capturing swell energy while offshore southwest winds help shape the waves into clean, organized peaks. This mellow, welcoming break offers small to medium waves perfect for learning, with the sandy bottom providing soft landings and forgiving conditions.
The prime season at Indian Wells 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 Indian Wells Beach include cold water temperatures in winter, occasional strong currents, busy beach area during summer months. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Indian Wells 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.
