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Ocean Grove Surf Forecast, New Jersey

New Jersey

Casino3-4+ftAsbury Park2-3+ftBoardwalk3-4+ft
Ocean Grove surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor - Fair
Wave Height
2-3+ft
waist to chest high
Swell Period
7.05s
Wind
12mph
S / Gusts 20mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
4.7ft @ 7sSSE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 313-4ft
Poor - Fair
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 13-4ft
Fair - Good

Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 3-4ft with 12mph from the SW. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s SSE|10-14mph SW
Thu, Apr 23-4ft
Poor

Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor conditions with 16mph out of the NE.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|16-18mph ENE
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Ocean Grove Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

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.

Rip currentsCrowded summer beachSeasonal lifeguard restrictionsStrong nor'easter shore break

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

Ocean Grove Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Ocean Grove?
The current wave height at Ocean Grove is 2-3+ft with a 7.05s swell period. Wind is S at 12mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Ocean Grove surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Ocean Grove?
The current breaking wave height at Ocean Grove is 2-3+ft, produced by a 4.7ft SSE wind swell swell at 7s. 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 Ocean Grove?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Ocean Grove is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.