Massachusetts
Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and very poor with moderate SW wind around 7mph.
Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and very poor with moderate SW wind around 7mph.
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Long Point for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Long Point, Massachusetts. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and very poor with moderate SW wind around 7mph.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on S swell at 4s with light NNW winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 10mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 4s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with moderate N wind around 12mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 16mph by PM.
Sun, Sep 6: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 18mph out of the N.
Mon, Sep 7: 0–1ft, 10s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate NNW wind around 9mph.
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Long Point in Massachusetts is a classic point break that wraps around a sandy peninsula, offering peeling waves that hold shape across multiple sections. The spot works best during autumn swells when Atlantic storms deliver consistent energy, producing hollow, rideable waves suitable for intermediate surfers looking to practice their rail work. The sandy bottom and point structure create forgiving conditions compared to many Northeast breaks, making it a reliable option when other local spots are too crowded or choppy.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Long Point is 1-2ft with a 3.8s swell period. Wind is SW at 7mph. 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 Point is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.9ft S wind swell swell at 4s, a 0.9ft SSE secondary swell at 9s. 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 Point is Friday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 2ft waves, a 4.3s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Long Point 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 Point. 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 Point is a point with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Long Point in Massachusetts is a classic point break that wraps around a sandy peninsula, offering peeling waves that hold shape across multiple sections. The spot works best during autumn swells when Atlantic storms deliver consistent energy, producing hollow, rideable waves suitable for intermediate surfers looking to practice their rail work. The sandy bottom and point structure create forgiving conditions compared to many Northeast breaks, making it a reliable option when other local spots are too crowded or choppy.
The prime season at Long Point 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 Point include strong currents near point, shallow sandbars at low tide, occasional rip currents, cold water. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Long Point 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).
