Maine
Expect 1-2ft waves early on SSE swell at 4s.
Expect 1-2ft waves early on SSE swell at 4s.
Best window·Sunday 6AM–9AM·2-3ft·Fair - Good
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Wells Beach, Maine. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Thu, Sep 3: 2–3ft, 5s period, rated Fair. Morning kicks off with 1-2ft on SSE swell at 4s.
Fri, Sep 4: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Fair - Good. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on ESE swell at 6s with light winds out of the W. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 11mph and poor by then.
Sat, Sep 5: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 1-2ft on ESE swell at 7s with 10mph from the NNE. Onshore flow builds through the day to 19mph, bringing conditions down to poor.
Sun, Sep 6: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair - Good. Midday is the call — 2-3ft waves with 16mph NNE winds and fair - good conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Mon, Sep 7: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Fair - Good. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on E swell at 10s and moderate NW wind around 9mph. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
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Wells Beach is a accessible sandy beach break on Maine's southern coast that picks up swell from Atlantic nor'easters and occasional hurricane swells, offering forgiving peaks across a wide sandy bottom. The beach's orientation facing west-northwest means it works best with northeasterly swells that wrap around the coastline, creating mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and progression. This family-friendly break benefits from consistent autumn storms and provides a mellow introduction to New England surfing with plenty of shoulder season options.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Wells Beach is 1-2ft with a 4.2s swell period. Wind is ESE at 2mph. 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 Wells Beach is 1-2ft, produced by a 2ft SE wind swell swell at 4s, a 1.3ft SE secondary swell at 9s. 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 Wells Beach is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 6.6s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Wells Beach 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 Wells Beach. 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.
Wells Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Wells Beach is a accessible sandy beach break on Maine's southern coast that picks up swell from Atlantic nor'easters and occasional hurricane swells, offering forgiving peaks across a wide sandy bottom. The beach's orientation facing west-northwest means it works best with northeasterly swells that wrap around the coastline, creating mellow, rolling waves ideal for learning and progression. This family-friendly break benefits from consistent autumn storms and provides a mellow introduction to New England surfing with plenty of shoulder season options.
The prime season at Wells Beach 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 Wells Beach include cold water, rip currents, seasonal icebergs in winter. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Wells 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. 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).
