Massachusetts
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Rexhame, 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: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Fair - Good. Consistent 3-4ft surf through the day on E swell at 10s with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 10mph SW winds.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light winds out of the E. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 10mph.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 10mph SW winds.
Wed, May 20: flat–flatft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 10mph from the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 17mph.
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Rexhame is a mellow beachbreak tucked along the South Shore of massachusetts, facing WSW into Massachusetts Bay and picking up groundswells that wrap around the Cape. The waves here tend to be forgiving and mushy, making it a favorite among longboarders and beginners looking to improve their skills in a less intense environment. Fall is the prime season when late-season hurricanes and nor'easters pump consistent S to SSE groundswells through the bay, offering the cleanest and most shapely conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Rexhame is 3-4ft with a 9.9s swell period. Wind is WSW at 11mph and 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 Rexhame is 3-4ft, produced by a 2.8ft E 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 Rexhame is Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 4ft waves, a 9.75s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Rexhame 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 Rexhame. 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.
Rexhame is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Rexhame is a mellow beachbreak tucked along the South Shore of massachusetts, facing WSW into Massachusetts Bay and picking up groundswells that wrap around the Cape. The waves here tend to be forgiving and mushy, making it a favorite among longboarders and beginners looking to improve their skills in a less intense environment. Fall is the prime season when late-season hurricanes and nor'easters pump consistent S to SSE groundswells through the bay, offering the cleanest and most shapely conditions.
The prime season at Rexhame 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 Rexhame include strong currents, rip currents, cold water, 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 Rexhame 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.
