Massachusetts
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Keyes Memorial Beach, Massachusetts. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 0–1ft, 10s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Sun, May 17: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 8mph from the SW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 14mph.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 9mph from the E.
Tue, May 19: flat–flatft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with 11mph from the SW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 16mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with strong WSW wind at 15mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 19mph.
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Keyes Memorial Beach is a sandy beach break located on Cape Cod's south shore, offering accessible waves suitable for learners and intermediate surfers. The beach faces northeast and picks up swell efficiently during autumn and winter months when Atlantic storm systems generate consistent groundswell. This protected beach offers a forgiving sandy bottom and mellow peaks perfect for building skills in a relatively sheltered New England setting.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Keyes Memorial Beach is 0-1ft with a 9.7s swell period. Wind is SW at 8mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Keyes Memorial Beach is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.6ft E primary swell at 10s, a 1ft S secondary swell at 9s, a 0.7ft W 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 Keyes Memorial Beach is Sunday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 2ft waves, a 4.35s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Keyes Memorial Beach works best with a NE swell and SW 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 Keyes Memorial 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.
Keyes Memorial Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Keyes Memorial Beach is a sandy beach break located on Cape Cod's south shore, offering accessible waves suitable for learners and intermediate surfers. The beach faces northeast and picks up swell efficiently during autumn and winter months when Atlantic storm systems generate consistent groundswell. This protected beach offers a forgiving sandy bottom and mellow peaks perfect for building skills in a relatively sheltered New England setting.
The prime season at Keyes Memorial 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 Keyes Memorial Beach include cold water temperatures, seasonal offshore rocks, rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Keyes Memorial 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.
