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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.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SE swell at 9s with calm winds. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 18mph and poor by then.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 3-4ft on S swell at 6s with light WSW winds. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and poor - fair by then.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 8s and moderate E wind around 8mph. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Tue, May 19: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SE swell at 8s with moderate SW wind around 8mph. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 15mph from the S and dropping conditions to poor.
Wed, May 20: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 11s with moderate SW wind around 10mph. The SSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 19mph and poor by then.
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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 2-3+ft with a 9.25s swell period. Wind is SSW at 5mph 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 Long Beach (West End) is 2-3+ft, produced by a 3.1ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 0.5ft 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 Long Beach (West End) is Sunday from 7 AM to 10 AM with 4ft waves, a 6.1s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
