New Jersey
Looking good out there — 2-3ft all day on ESE swell at 6s with 10mph from the WSW.
Looking good out there — 2-3ft all day on ESE swell at 6s with 10mph from the WSW.
Best window·Monday 6AM–9AM·2-3ft·Fair - Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Ocean Grove, 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: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Fair - Good. The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, moderate WSW wind around 10mph, fair - good conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Fri, Sep 4: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on S swell at 5s with 10mph from the WNW. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on N swell at 4s with 14mph N winds. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Sun, Sep 6: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Expect 2-3ft waves early on NE swell at 4s.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on E swell at 9s with 12mph from the N. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
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Ocean Grove is a mellow New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Monmouth County coastline, facing roughly eastward into the Atlantic and picking up swells generated by nor'easters and tropical systems alike. The sandy bottom produces forgiving, rolling waves that are well-suited to beginners and longboarders, though fall swells can push up more punchy, rideable peaks. Its historic seaside community setting gives it a relaxed, unhurried vibe that sets it apart from the more bustling Jersey Shore surf towns nearby.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Ocean Grove is 2-3ft with a 5.9s swell period. Wind is WSW at 10mph. Conditions are rated Fair - Good. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Ocean Grove is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.3ft E wind swell swell at 6s, a 1.6ft SE secondary swell at 9s, a 1.2ft 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 Ocean Grove is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 7.9s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Ocean Grove 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 Ocean Grove. 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.
Ocean Grove is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Ocean Grove is a mellow New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Monmouth County coastline, facing roughly eastward into the Atlantic and picking up swells generated by nor'easters and tropical systems alike. The sandy bottom produces forgiving, rolling waves that are well-suited to beginners and longboarders, though fall swells can push up more punchy, rideable peaks. Its historic seaside community setting gives it a relaxed, unhurried vibe that sets it apart from the more bustling Jersey Shore surf towns nearby.
The prime season at Ocean Grove 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 Ocean Grove include rip currents, crowded summer beach, seasonal lifeguard restrictions, strong nor'easter shore break. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Ocean Grove 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).
