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Spring Lake Surf Forecast, New Jersey

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Spring Lake surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor - Fair
Wave Height
2-3+ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
7.25s
Wind
12mph
S / Gusts 20mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
4.6ft @ 7sSSE

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 312-3ft
Poor - Fair

Pretty quiet out there — 2-3ft and mostly poor - fair with gentle WSW breeze.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|5mph WSW
Wed, Apr 13-4ft
Poor - Fair

Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions with 13mph SSW winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s SSE|13-14mph SW
Thu, Apr 23-4ft
Poor

Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor conditions with 16mph out of the NE.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|14-16mph ENE
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Spring Lake Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
E
Best Wind
W
Season
Fall

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.

SwimmersCrowded beachOccasional rip currents

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

Spring Lake Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Spring Lake?
The current wave height at Spring Lake is 2-3+ft with a 7.25s swell period. Wind is S at 12mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Spring Lake surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Spring Lake?
The current breaking wave height at Spring Lake is 2-3+ft, produced by a 4.6ft SSE wind swell swell at 7s. 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 Spring Lake?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Spring Lake is Wednesday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 3ft waves, a 7.85s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.