New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Mantoloking for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Mantoloking, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 2–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2ft waves on ESE swell at 9s with barely a breath of wind. The SSE wind kicks in by afternoon — 18mph and very poor by then.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on ESE swell at 8s with moderate SSW wind around 11mph. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 22mph from the S and dropping conditions to very poor.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate SW wind around 7mph.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with gentle NW breeze.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor - fair with light winds out of the W. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Mantoloking is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, offering punchy peaks that respond well to northeast and east swells generated by Atlantic storms. The barrier island geography here creates shifting sandbars that can produce hollow, fast-breaking waves, particularly during fall hurricane season when powerful groundswells push in from offshore systems. Its relatively uncrowded lineup compared to better-known New Jersey spots makes it a local favorite for those seeking quality waves without the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Mantoloking is 1-2ft with a 9.05s swell period. Wind is SSE at 14mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Mantoloking is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.6ft ESE primary swell at 9s, a 1.1ft 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 Mantoloking is Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 2ft waves, a 4.9s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Mantoloking 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 Mantoloking. 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.
Mantoloking is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Mantoloking is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, offering punchy peaks that respond well to northeast and east swells generated by Atlantic storms. The barrier island geography here creates shifting sandbars that can produce hollow, fast-breaking waves, particularly during fall hurricane season when powerful groundswells push in from offshore systems. Its relatively uncrowded lineup compared to better-known New Jersey spots makes it a local favorite for those seeking quality waves without the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds.
The prime season at Mantoloking 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 Mantoloking include rip currents, shifting sandbars, strong currents, nor'easter shore break, jetty structures. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Mantoloking 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
