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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Spray Beach, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on E swell at 10s with barely a breath of wind. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 22mph and poor by then.
Sun, May 17: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on ESE swell at 8s and moderate W wind around 7mph. Onshore flow builds through the day to 15mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Mon, May 18: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 6s and light SW winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 10mph from the SSE and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Tue, May 19: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on SE swell at 8s with 10mph SW winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 18mph from the SSW and dropping conditions to poor.
Wed, May 20: 3–4ft, 6s period, rated Poor - Fair. Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 3-4ft with 13mph out of the SSW. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning. Don't wait too long — the wind comes back up after lunch.
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Spray Beach is a mellow beach break on Long Beach Island offering forgiving waves ideal for beginners and longboarders. The east-facing Atlantic exposure picks up E and ENE swells consistently, with fall nor'easters and hurricane remnants delivering the best surf of the year. The sandy bottom and relaxed vibe make it a welcoming spot on the classic Jersey Shore barrier island.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Spray Beach is 2-3ft with a 9.4s swell period. Wind is SSW at 8mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Spray Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.9ft E primary swell at 10s, a 1.7ft SSE secondary swell at 9s. 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 Spray Beach is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 4ft waves, a 5.85s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Spray Beach 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 Spray 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.
Spray Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Spray Beach is a mellow beach break on Long Beach Island offering forgiving waves ideal for beginners and longboarders. The east-facing Atlantic exposure picks up E and ENE swells consistently, with fall nor'easters and hurricane remnants delivering the best surf of the year. The sandy bottom and relaxed vibe make it a welcoming spot on the classic Jersey Shore barrier island.
The prime season at Spray 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 Spray Beach include rip currents, crowded summer swimmers, lifeguard restrictions, occasional jellyfish. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Spray 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.
