New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Spray Beach for the cleanest windows.
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.
Tue, Jun 30: 1–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Get out early for the best of it — 1ft waves on ESE swell at 9s and barely a breath of wind. Onshore flow builds through the day to 20mph, bringing conditions down to very poor.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with 13mph SSW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 28mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with moderate SW wind around 12mph.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light WSW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 14mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with light W winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
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 1ft with a 9.05s swell period. Wind is S at 13mph 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 Spray Beach is 1ft, produced by a 1.8ft ESE primary swell at 9s, a 0.9ft S wind swell swell at 5s. 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 8 AM to 11 AM with 2ft waves, a 5.3s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
