Massachusetts
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Plymouth Beach, Massachusetts. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Sun, May 17: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 9mph from the SW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 13mph by PM.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with gentle E breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 11mph.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 9mph SW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 14mph.
Wed, May 20: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 10mph from the SW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
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Plymouth Beach is a accessible sandy beach break located on Massachusetts Bay, offering forgiving peaks suitable for learners and intermediate surfers. The beach faces SSW, capturing Atlantic swells that typically arrive in fall and winter months, with consistent sand bottom providing a soft landing for paddlers. This historic coastal town offers a mellow, scenic setting where you can enjoy smaller, manageable waves without the intensity of more exposed New England breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Plymouth Beach is 1-2ft with a 9.8s swell period. Wind is SW 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 Plymouth Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 2ft ENE primary swell at 10s, a 0.5ft WSW 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 Plymouth Beach is Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 2ft waves, a 9.7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Plymouth Beach works best with a NE swell and SW 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 Plymouth 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.
Plymouth Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Plymouth Beach is a accessible sandy beach break located on Massachusetts Bay, offering forgiving peaks suitable for learners and intermediate surfers. The beach faces SSW, capturing Atlantic swells that typically arrive in fall and winter months, with consistent sand bottom providing a soft landing for paddlers. This historic coastal town offers a mellow, scenic setting where you can enjoy smaller, manageable waves without the intensity of more exposed New England breaks.
The prime season at Plymouth 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 Plymouth Beach include cold water temperatures, seasonal crowding, undertow during large swells. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Plymouth 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
