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Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Willard Beach, Maine. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Consistent 2-3ft surf through the day on SE swell at 10s with calm winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on SSE swell at 6s with moderate WSW wind around 9mph. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 11mph.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light winds out of the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
Wed, May 20: 0–1ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with 9mph WSW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
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Willard Beach is a charming small sandy beach break tucked into South Portland, Maine, facing southwest into Casco Bay. It picks up south to southwest swells that funnel through the bay, producing mellow, rolling waves best suited for beginners and longboarders looking to enjoy Maine's rugged coastal scenery. The spot is relatively uncrowded and offers a laid-back atmosphere, though surfable conditions require solid swell energy to overcome the bay's natural wave attenuation.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Willard Beach is 2-3ft with a 10.05s swell period. Wind is WSW at 8mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Willard Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 3.3ft SE primary swell at 10s. 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 Willard Beach is Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 3ft waves, a 9.85s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Willard Beach works best with a NE swell and SW 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 Willard 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.
Willard Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Willard Beach is a charming small sandy beach break tucked into South Portland, Maine, facing southwest into Casco Bay. It picks up south to southwest swells that funnel through the bay, producing mellow, rolling waves best suited for beginners and longboarders looking to enjoy Maine's rugged coastal scenery. The spot is relatively uncrowded and offers a laid-back atmosphere, though surfable conditions require solid swell energy to overcome the bay's natural wave attenuation.
The prime season at Willard 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 Willard Beach include cold water, rocks at beach edges, limited swell exposure, strong seasonal currents, lobster pot buoys. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Willard 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
