New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Ocean Grove for the cleanest windows.
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.
Tue, Jun 30: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 1-2ft on ESE swell at 9s with calm winds. The SSE wind kicks in by afternoon — 15mph and very poor by then.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 1-2ft with 11mph SSW winds. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down. Afternoon wind picks back up so try to get wet before 2pm.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–1ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with 8mph from the SW.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light NW winds.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. The sweet spot is around midday — 1-2ft waves, gentle WSW breeze, poor - fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.
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 1-2ft with a 9.1s swell period. Wind is S at 9mph 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 Ocean Grove is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.5ft ESE primary swell at 9s, a 0.5ft S secondary swell at 5s, a 0.5ft 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 Saturday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 2ft waves, a 4.9s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
