New York
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Long Beach (West End) for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Long Beach (West End), New York. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 1–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with strong S wind at 14mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 2ft and mostly poor with moderate SW wind around 10mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 17mph.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with moderate WNW wind around 9mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 18mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with light W winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 16mph by PM.
Long Beach West End is a sandy beach break offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and intermediate progression. Located on Long Island's exposed Atlantic coast, this spot picks up consistent swell during autumn and winter months when North Atlantic storms generate quality surf. The wide beach and sandy bottom make it forgiving for beginners, though the popular break can get crowded on good days.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Long Beach (West End) is 0-1ft with a 9.15s swell period. Wind is S at 9mph 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 Long Beach (West End) is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.4ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 0.5ft S secondary swell at 5s, a 0.9ft SSW wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Long Beach (West End) is Thursday from 12 PM to 3 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.75s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Long Beach (West End) works best with a S swell and N 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 Long Beach (West End). 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.
Long Beach (West End) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Long Beach West End is a sandy beach break offering mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and intermediate progression. Located on Long Island's exposed Atlantic coast, this spot picks up consistent swell during autumn and winter months when North Atlantic storms generate quality surf. The wide beach and sandy bottom make it forgiving for beginners, though the popular break can get crowded on good days.
The prime season at Long Beach (West End) 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 Long Beach (West End) include heavy crowd, swimmers in summer, jetties and piers, occasional rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Long Beach (West End) 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
