Massachusetts
Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with light SW winds.
Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with light SW winds.
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Squibnocket for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Squibnocket, Massachusetts. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light winds out of the SW.
Fri, Sep 4: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with gentle NNW breeze.
Sat, Sep 5: 0–1ft, 4s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 13mph out of the N.
Sun, Sep 6: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 18mph N winds.
Mon, Sep 7: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 1-2ft waves on E swell at 10s with 10mph N winds. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
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Squibnocket is a consistent beach break on Martha's Vineyard's south shore that faces northwest toward the Atlantic, catching plenty of swell during autumn and winter swells. The sandy bottom provides forgiving wave shape with peeling rights and lefts that work well for intermediate surfers looking to build skills. Protected somewhat by its location on the Vineyard's quieter side, it offers a more mellow vibe than some of the region's busier breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Squibnocket is 0-1ft with a 3.7s swell period. Wind is SSW at 5mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Squibnocket is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.7ft SSW wind swell swell at 4s, a 1.7ft SE secondary swell at 9s, a 1.7ft SE 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 Squibnocket is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 9.8s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Squibnocket works best with a S swell and SE 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 Squibnocket. 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.
Squibnocket is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Squibnocket is a consistent beach break on Martha's Vineyard's south shore that faces northwest toward the Atlantic, catching plenty of swell during autumn and winter swells. The sandy bottom provides forgiving wave shape with peeling rights and lefts that work well for intermediate surfers looking to build skills. Protected somewhat by its location on the Vineyard's quieter side, it offers a more mellow vibe than some of the region's busier breaks.
The prime season at Squibnocket 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 Squibnocket include rip currents, cold water temperatures, rocky areas near shore. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Squibnocket 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. We also verify our offshore swell predictions against NOAA buoy measurements daily — see our accuracy page for those swell-verification metrics (buoys measure open-water swell, not breaking surf size).
