New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Monmouth Beach for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Monmouth Beach, 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: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on SE swell at 9s with barely a breath of wind. The SSE wind kicks in by afternoon — 12mph and poor by then.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 10mph SW winds.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 8mph from the SW.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with gentle NW breeze.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light W winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Monmouth Beach is a reliable Jersey Shore beach break known among locals for the drainage pipe outflow that creates a quasi-point break setup, producing fun right-handers when sandbars align with the structure. The east-facing exposure picks up a wide range of Atlantic swells, with fall nor'easters and hurricane swells delivering the best conditions. A solid option for intermediate surfers looking for a wave with a bit more shape than the average NJ beach break.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Monmouth Beach is 1ft with a 8.95s swell period. Wind is SSW at 7mph 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 Monmouth Beach is 1ft, produced by a 1.6ft SE primary swell at 9s, a 1.2ft S wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Monmouth Beach is Wednesday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 2ft waves, a 5.7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Monmouth Beach 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 Monmouth Beach. 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.
Monmouth Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Monmouth Beach is a reliable Jersey Shore beach break known among locals for the drainage pipe outflow that creates a quasi-point break setup, producing fun right-handers when sandbars align with the structure. The east-facing exposure picks up a wide range of Atlantic swells, with fall nor'easters and hurricane swells delivering the best conditions. A solid option for intermediate surfers looking for a wave with a bit more shape than the average NJ beach break.
The prime season at Monmouth Beach 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 Monmouth Beach include crowded at peak times, strong currents during storms, jetties nearby, cold water in winter. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Monmouth Beach 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.
