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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Reid State Park, Maine. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 5–6ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 5-6ft waves on SSE swell at 10s and barely a breath of wind. Onshore flow builds through the day to 11mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 4-5ft waves and poor - fair conditions with moderate SW wind around 8mph.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with gentle NE breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 9mph from the SSW.
Wed, May 20: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions with 9mph SW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
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Reid State Park offers accessible beach breaks along Maine's rocky coastline, with sandy bottom waves that are forgiving for newer surfers. The northward-facing beach captures Atlantic swells well during fall and winter storms, creating consistent peaks across a wide stretch of sand. This scenic park combines solid learning waves with the rugged beauty of Maine's coast, making it a popular destination for East Coast beginners seeking quality conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Reid State Park is 5-6ft with a 9.8s swell period. Wind is SW at 7mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Reid State Park is 5-6ft, produced by a 3ft SSE primary swell at 10s. 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 Reid State Park is Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.2s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Reid State Park works best with a SE swell and N 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 Reid State Park. 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.
Reid State Park is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Reid State Park offers accessible beach breaks along Maine's rocky coastline, with sandy bottom waves that are forgiving for newer surfers. The northward-facing beach captures Atlantic swells well during fall and winter storms, creating consistent peaks across a wide stretch of sand. This scenic park combines solid learning waves with the rugged beauty of Maine's coast, making it a popular destination for East Coast beginners seeking quality conditions.
The prime season at Reid State Park 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 Reid State Park include cold water temperatures, strong currents, rocky outcrops, occasional riptides. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Reid State Park 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.
