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Should be a good one — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 6s with 10mph from the WSW.
Should be a good one — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 6s with 10mph from the WSW.
Best window·Thursday 1PM–4PM·2-3ft·Fair - Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Long Branch, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Fair - Good. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 10mph WSW winds and fair - good conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 1-2ft waves on S swell at 4s and 10mph from the WNW. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 15mph N winds.
Sun, Sep 6: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Expect 2-3ft waves early on ENE swell at 4s.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on E swell at 9s with 12mph from the N. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
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Long Branch is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the Monmouth County coastline, offering mellow, forgiving waves that roll in from the Atlantic. The sandy bottom produces consistent peaks that work best on east to northeast swells, making it a favorite playground for beginners and longboarders looking to enjoy the Jersey Shore vibe. Fall brings the best combination of hurricane-generated swells and offshore winds, elevating this spot well above its summer fun-in-the-sun reputation.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Long Branch is 2-3ft with a 6s swell period. Wind is WSW at 10mph. Conditions are rated Fair - Good. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Long Branch is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.2ft ESE wind swell swell at 6s, a 1.5ft SE secondary swell at 9s, a 1ft S 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 Branch is Thursday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 3ft waves, a 6s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Long Branch works best with a E swell and W 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 Branch. 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 Branch is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Long Branch is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the Monmouth County coastline, offering mellow, forgiving waves that roll in from the Atlantic. The sandy bottom produces consistent peaks that work best on east to northeast swells, making it a favorite playground for beginners and longboarders looking to enjoy the Jersey Shore vibe. Fall brings the best combination of hurricane-generated swells and offshore winds, elevating this spot well above its summer fun-in-the-sun reputation.
The prime season at Long Branch 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 Branch include rip currents, crowded lineups in summer, beach closures, strong currents during storms. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Long Branch 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
