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Long Point Surf Forecast, Massachusetts

Massachusetts

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Long Point surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor - Fair
Wave Height
4-5ft
head high
Swell Period
8s
Wind
4mph
SSW / Gusts 17mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
5.4ft @ 8sSSW

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Wed, Apr 15-6ft
Poor

A slow one — 5-6ft waves and poor conditions with 13mph out of the SW.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s SSW|13-16mph SW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Fair

First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SSW swell at 8s with 14mph out of the NNE. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s S|13-14mph NE
Fri, Apr 31-2ft
Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle E breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 8mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s S|4-8mph S
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Sun
3ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Fair

7s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Forecast Charts

Long Point Surf Spot Guide

Break
Point
Bottom
Sand
Level
Intermediate
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
NE
Best Wind
SW
Season
Fall

Long Point is a classic northeast-facing point break that wraps around a sandy peninsula on Cape Cod, offering peeling waves that work best during autumn swells when Atlantic storm systems send consistent NE groundswell. The relatively sheltered sandy point setup creates forgiving, mellow waves ideal for building skills, with the ability to handle moderate wave heights while maintaining shape. This scenic break attracts a steady stream of local surfers but rarely gets overwhelmed, making it a solid option for intermediate surfers seeking quality Cape Cod waves.

Currents around pointShallow water at low tideCrowded at peak times

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

Long Point Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Long Point?
The current wave height at Long Point is 4-5ft with a 8s swell period. Wind is SSW at 4mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Long Point surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Long Point?
The current breaking wave height at Long Point is 4-5ft, produced by a 5.4ft SSW wind swell swell at 8s. 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 Point?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Long Point is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.45s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.