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Tobay Beach Surf Forecast, New York

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Jones Beach State Park6-7ftWest End3-4ftRobert Moses State Park3-4ft
Tobay Beach surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
4-5ft
chest to head high
Swell Period
7.05s
Wind
18mph
SSW / Gusts 32mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Wind Swell
6.7ft @ 7sS

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 314-5ft
Poor
6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 15-6ft
Poor - Fair

Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 4-5ft with 12mph from the SW. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s S|9-17mph SW
Thu, Apr 22-3ft
Poor - Fair

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

6am9am12pm3pm
7s S|13-16mph ENE
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Sat
3ft
Swell building Sat, Apr 4Fair

6s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast

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Tobay Beach Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
S
Best Wind
NNW
Season
Fall

Tobay Beach is a mellow Long Island surf spot on the barrier island of New York's South Shore, facing south into the Atlantic across the Great South Bay. The break produces gentle, rolling waves that work best on south swells pushed up by tropical storms and nor'easters, with the sandy bottom keeping things forgiving for newer surfers. Its relative seclusion compared to Jones Beach and the surrounding nature preserve make it a quieter option for those looking to score uncrowded waves along this stretch of New York coastline.

Strong rip currentsSeasonal jellyfishCrowded summer beach trafficShifting sandbars

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

Tobay Beach Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Tobay Beach?
The current wave height at Tobay Beach is 4-5ft with a 7.05s swell period. Wind is SSW at 18mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Tobay Beach surf forecast?
Our Tobay 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Tobay Beach?
The current breaking wave height at Tobay Beach is 4-5ft, produced by a 6.7ft 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 Tobay Beach?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Tobay Beach is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.25s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.