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South Beach Surf Forecast, Massachusetts

Massachusetts

South Beach State Park5-6ftLong Point5-6ftLong Point0-1ft
South Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
5-6ft
head high
Swell Period
8.25s
Wind
7mph
SSW / Gusts 17mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
5.8ft @ 8sSSW

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 315-6ft
Poor - Fair
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 17-8ft
Poor

A slow one — 7-8ft waves and poor conditions with 15mph out of the SW.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s SSW|15-17mph SW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Fair

Expect 2-3ft all day on SSW swell at 8s with strong NNE wind at 17mph — nothing amazing but surfable.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSW|16-17mph NE
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Forecast Charts

South Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Heavy
Best Swell
NE
Best Wind
SW
Season
Fall

South Beach in Martha's Vineyard is a classic sandy beach break that offers forgiving waves perfect for learning surfers and those looking for a mellow session. The beach's north-northeast exposure captures Atlantic swells effectively during autumn months when consistent groundswell arrives, while the sandy bottom provides a soft landing for beginners. The accessible beach setup and reliable waves make it one of the most popular and crowded spots in the Massachusetts area.

Strong currentsCrowded conditionsShallow waterSwimmers

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

South Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for South Beach?
The current wave height at South Beach is 5-6ft with a 8.25s swell period. Wind is SSW at 7mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the South Beach surf forecast?
Our South 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.
What is the breaking wave height at South Beach?
The current breaking wave height at South Beach is 5-6ft, produced by a 5.8ft SSW wind swell swell at 8s. 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 South Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf South Beach is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.