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Assateague Island

Junky

Wave Height

1-3

ft

Swell

~4s

SSE

Wind

9mph

Offshore (SW)

Water

70°

Springsuit

Rising• High in 2h 37m

Updated: 6/19/2026, 5:30:15 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
H4:53am2.7ft
L11:05am0.3ft
H5:19pm2.3ft
L11:13pm0.4ft
Tomorrow
H5:46am2.5ft
L11:57am0.4ft
H6:24pm2.3ft
Mon, Jun 22
L12:17am0.5ft
H6:41am2.3ft
L12:46pm0.4ft
H7:30pm2.4ft
Tue, Jun 23
L1:20am0.6ft

Recent History

No recent history available

About Assateague Island

Assateague Island offers raw, uncrowded surf along a wild barrier island shared with wild horses. The sandbars shift constantly, creating unpredictable peaks that reward exploration. It's exposed to Atlantic swell and can produce surprisingly powerful waves during storms. The remote setting and natural beauty make it worth the hunt for good conditions.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Assateague Island?

The current water temperature at Assateague Island is 70°F. A springsuit or shorty wetsuit is recommended.

What is the surf like at Assateague Island today?

Assateague Island currently has waves around 1-3ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at Assateague Island?

Today's high tide at Assateague Island is at 12:53 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Assateague Island?

Today's low tide at Assateague Island is at 7:05 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Assateague Island?

Assateague Island works best with swells from the E, ENE, NE and W, NW winds (offshore). The ideal tide is mid.

Is Assateague Island good for beginners?

Assateague Island is best suited for intermediate surfers who are comfortable paddling out and catching unbroken waves. Beginners may find it challenging on bigger days.

This Week's Outlook

Tuesday morning looks like your best bet with clean 2-foot waves, longer 7-second periods, and light winds around the incoming tide. Thursday has more size but the periods are pretty short and choppy, so stick with Tuesday if you want something rideable.

Updated 6/15/2026, 6:00:23 AM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelIntermediate
CrowdLight
Best TideMid
Best SwellE, ENE, NE
Best WindW, NW
ParkingNational Seashore parking, fees apply

Local Tip

Wild horses roam the beach - give them space. Explore for uncrowded peaks.