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Napeague Beach Surf Forecast, New York

New York

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Napeague Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
3-4ft
waist to chest high
Swell Period
7.85s
Wind
16mph
SSW / Gusts 26mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
6.0ft @ 8sS

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 313-4ft
Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 14-5ft
Poor

Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 4-5ft. The breeze eases and things smooth out to poor - fair by PM.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s S|11-21mph SW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor

Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on S swell at 7s and strong NE wind at 16mph. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s S|16-18mph NE
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Sat
3ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Fair

7s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Napeague Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
SE
Best Wind
NW
Season
Fall

Napeague Beach is a quiet stretch of New York's South Fork coastline tucked between Amagansett and Montauk, facing northwest into Napeague Bay and offering a mellow, protected surf experience distinct from the more exposed ocean-facing breaks nearby. The northwest-facing orientation means waves here are typically small and wind-driven rather than groundswell-powered, making it a calm spot ideal for beginners or those looking for a low-key session away from the crowds. Fall brings the most consistent wind chop and occasional small swells funneling through the bay, giving surfers a rare and peaceful alternative to the busy Hamptons and Montauk lineups.

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

Napeague Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Napeague Beach?
The current wave height at Napeague Beach is 3-4ft with a 7.85s swell period. Wind is SSW at 16mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Napeague Beach surf forecast?
Our Napeague 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Napeague Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Napeague Beach is 3-4ft, produced by a 6ft S 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 Napeague Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Napeague Beach is Wednesday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.2s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.