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Strathmere Surf Forecast, New Jersey

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56th St.2-3+ftSea Isle City2-3ft30th St.2-3+ft
Strathmere surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor - Fair
Wave Height
2-3ft
knee to waist high
Swell Period
6.6s
Wind
15mph
S / Gusts 24mph
Conditions
Poor - Fair
Active Swells
Wind Swell
4.2ft @ 7sS

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 312-3ft
Poor - Fair
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 12-3ft
Poor - Fair

Hold off if you can — morning starts out poor - fair with 2-3ft waves. Things come together by the afternoon with 2-3ft at fair.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s SSE|14-15mph SW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor - Fair

Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 14mph NE winds and poor - fair conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s SSE|12-14mph NE
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Sat
2ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Poor

6s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Strathmere Surf Spot Guide

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

Strathmere is a laid-back beach break tucked between Ocean City and Sea Isle City on a quiet stretch of the New Jersey barrier island coastline. The east-facing Atlantic exposure picks up E and ESE swells, producing mellow waves over a sandy bottom that are well-suited for beginners and longboarders. Its off-the-beaten-path feel keeps crowds thin compared to its more popular neighbors, making it a rewarding find for surfers seeking uncrowded New Jersey lineups.

Strong rip currentsShifting sandbarsOccasional jellyfishCold water in winter and spring

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

Strathmere Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Strathmere?
The current wave height at Strathmere is 2-3ft with a 6.6s swell period. Wind is S at 15mph. Conditions are rated Poor - Fair.
How accurate is the Strathmere surf forecast?
Our Strathmere 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 Strathmere?
The current breaking wave height at Strathmere is 2-3ft, produced by a 4.2ft S 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 Strathmere?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Strathmere is Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 4ft waves, a 6.85s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.