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Long Branch Surf Forecast, New Jersey

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Long Branch surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor - Fair
Wave Height
2-3+ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
7.05s
Wind
13mph
S / Gusts 21mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
4.7ft @ 7sSSE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 312-3ft
Poor - Fair
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Fair

Hold off if you can — morning starts out poor - fair with 2-3ft waves. Things come together by the afternoon with 2-3ft at fair.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s SSE|11-15mph SW
Thu, Apr 23-4ft
Poor

Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor with 16mph out of the NE.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|16-20mph NE
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Long Branch Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

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.

Rip currentsCrowded lineups in summerBeach closuresStrong currents during storms

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Long Branch Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Long Branch?
The current wave height at Long Branch is 2-3+ft with a 7.05s swell period. Wind is S at 13mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Long Branch surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Long Branch?
The current breaking wave height at Long Branch is 2-3+ft, produced by a 4.7ft SSE wind swell swell at 7s. 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.
When is the best time to surf Long Branch?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Long Branch is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.