New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Spring Lake for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Spring Lake, 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: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on ESE swell at 9s with barely a breath of wind. The SSE wind kicks in by afternoon — 14mph and very poor by then.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 10mph from the SSW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 16mph.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on SSE swell at 6s with moderate SW wind around 8mph. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light winds out of the NW.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Morning kicks off with 1-2ft on SSE swell at 5s. Expect 10mph W winds by the afternoon.
Spring Lake is a scenic beach break along the Monmouth County coastline, offering consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The east-facing exposure picks up Atlantic swells well, with sandy bottom peaks forming across a wide beach. The upscale beachfront community and family-friendly atmosphere keep the vibe relaxed, while fall hurricane swells and nor'easters bring the most rewarding conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Spring Lake is 1-2ft with a 9.05s swell period. Wind is SSE at 12mph 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 Spring Lake is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.5ft ESE primary swell at 9s, a 0.5ft S secondary swell at 5s, a 0.7ft S wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Spring Lake is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 5.9s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake. 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.
Spring Lake is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Spring Lake is a scenic beach break along the Monmouth County coastline, offering consistent, mellow waves ideal for learning and progression. The east-facing exposure picks up Atlantic swells well, with sandy bottom peaks forming across a wide beach. The upscale beachfront community and family-friendly atmosphere keep the vibe relaxed, while fall hurricane swells and nor'easters bring the most rewarding conditions.
The prime season at Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake include swimmers, crowded beach, occasional rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Spring Lake 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.
