Massachusetts
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Wollaston Beach for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Wollaston Beach, Massachusetts. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: flat–flatft, 10s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — Flat waves and very poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
Wed, Jul 1: flat–flatft, 10s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with 7mph SSW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Thu, Jul 2: flat–flatft, 10s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — Flat and very poor conditions with 8mph from the SW.
Fri, Jul 3: flat–flatft, 10s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — Flat waves and very poor conditions with moderate W wind around 8mph.
Sat, Jul 4: flat–flatft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — Flat and very poor conditions with light winds out of the WSW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 14mph by PM.
Wollaston Beach is a forgiving sandy beach break located on the Atlantic coast of Massachusetts, offering consistent small to medium waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The southerly-facing orientation captures Atlantic swells effectively during autumn and winter months when North Atlantic storms generate the most reliable groundswell. The sandy bottom provides a safe learning environment with gentle transitions, making it a popular local spot for building fundamentals.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Wollaston Beach is Flat with a 10.25s swell period. Wind is SSW at 10mph and 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 Wollaston Beach is Flat, produced by a 0.5ft ESE primary swell at 10s, a 0.3ft SE wind swell swell at 2s. 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 Wollaston Beach is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 3s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Wollaston 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 Wollaston 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.
Wollaston Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Wollaston Beach is a forgiving sandy beach break located on the Atlantic coast of Massachusetts, offering consistent small to medium waves ideal for learners and intermediate surfers. The southerly-facing orientation captures Atlantic swells effectively during autumn and winter months when North Atlantic storms generate the most reliable groundswell. The sandy bottom provides a safe learning environment with gentle transitions, making it a popular local spot for building fundamentals.
The prime season at Wollaston 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 Wollaston Beach include rip currents, cold water temperatures, seasonal undertow. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Wollaston 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
