Massachusetts
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Yirrell Beach, Massachusetts. 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. Rideable all day with 2-3ft waves on E swell at 10s and barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 12mph by PM.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on E swell at 9s with light winds out of the SW. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 16mph from the W and dropping conditions to poor.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with light winds out of the E. Expect the wind to bump up to around 9mph by PM.
Tue, May 19: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 9mph from the SW.
Wed, May 20: 0–1ft, 3s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with 10mph from the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 17mph.
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Yirrell Beach is a quiet sandy stretch located in Hull, Massachusetts, tucked along the south shore of Boston Harbor where it opens toward the Atlantic. Facing west along its transect into the inner harbor, this spot picks up wind swell and occasional rogue energy that wraps around the surrounding peninsulas, producing small, mellow waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders. Its remote feel and limited access keep crowds thin, making it a laid-back escape for Massachusetts surfers looking for uncrowded fun on smaller swells.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Yirrell Beach is 2-3ft with a 9.95s swell period. Wind is WSW at 9mph 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 Yirrell Beach is 2-3ft, produced by a 2.8ft E primary swell at 10s, a 0.7ft WSW 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 Yirrell Beach is Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 3ft waves, a 9.8s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Yirrell 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 Yirrell 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.
Yirrell Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Yirrell Beach is a quiet sandy stretch located in Hull, Massachusetts, tucked along the south shore of Boston Harbor where it opens toward the Atlantic. Facing west along its transect into the inner harbor, this spot picks up wind swell and occasional rogue energy that wraps around the surrounding peninsulas, producing small, mellow waves well-suited for beginners and longboarders. Its remote feel and limited access keep crowds thin, making it a laid-back escape for Massachusetts surfers looking for uncrowded fun on smaller swells.
The prime season at Yirrell 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 Yirrell Beach include strong currents, cold water, boat traffic, shallow sandbars, limited parking. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Yirrell 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.
