New Jersey
Aim for the middle of the day — 1-2ft on E swell at 6s with 9mph WSW winds.
Aim for the middle of the day — 1-2ft on E swell at 6s with 9mph WSW winds.
Best window·Monday 9AM–12PM·2-3ft·Good
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.
Thu, Sep 3: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 1-2ft waves, 9mph WSW winds, poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
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 5s and moderate WNW wind around 11mph. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 1-2ft. The breeze eases and things smooth out to poor - fair by PM.
Sun, Sep 6: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Expect 2-3+ft waves early on NE swell at 4s.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Fair - Good. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 8mph from the N and good conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
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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 5.9s swell period. Wind is WSW at 9mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair. 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 2.4ft E wind swell swell at 6s, a 1.6ft 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 Mantoloking is Monday from 9 AM to 12 PM with 2ft waves, a 10.4s swell period, and conditions rated Good. 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. 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).
