How do I read the surf forecast for Long Beach Island?

Our forecast shows wave height in feet, swell period in seconds (longer = more powerful), swell direction, wind speed/direction, and tide times. Look for longer periods (10+ seconds) and offshore winds for the best conditions.

New Jersey • Ocean County • Buoy: 44091

Long Beach Island

Q: What is the surf like at Long Beach Island today?

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

Good

Wave Height

1-3

Swell

~5s

Wind

13mph

Offshore (WNW)

Water

68°

Springsuit

Falling• Low in 1h 7m

Updated: 6/19/2026, 5:33:54 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean

Fair

Choppy

Flat

Tide Forecast

Today

L10:19pm0.5ft

Tomorrow

H4:36am5.3ft

L11:01am-0.0ft

H5:20pm5.1ft

L11:18pm0.8ft

Sun, Jun 21

H5:29am5.0ft

L11:55am0.2ft

H6:12pm5.1ft

Mon, Jun 22

L12:22am0.9ft

H6:20am4.7ft

L12:49pm0.4ft

H7:01pm5.1ft

Recent History

No recent history available

About Long Beach Island

Long Beach Island offers classic New Jersey beach-break surfing with a wide range of setups depending on sandbars and street access. The island handles swell well from multiple angles, producing punchy peaks on short-period wind swell and more organized lines on longer-period groundswell. Quality varies block to block, rewarding surfers who pay attention to bar formation, tide, and wind. When it’s on, LBI can deliver fast, makeable sections and occasional hollow pockets.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Long Beach Island?

The current water temperature at Long Beach Island is 68°F. A springsuit or shorty wetsuit is recommended.

What is the surf like at Long Beach Island today?

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

What time is high tide at Long Beach Island?

Today's high tide at Long Beach Island is at 11:39 PM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Long Beach Island?

Today's low tide at Long Beach Island is at 6:09 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Long Beach Island?

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

Is Long Beach Island good for beginners?

Yes, Long Beach Island is suitable for beginners, especially on smaller days. It's always a good idea to check conditions before paddling out and consider taking a lesson if you're new to surfing.

This Week's Outlook

Friday morning looks like your best bet with 4ft waves, offshore winds, and a decent low tide window around 10 AM. Thursday PM could also work if you don't mind fighting some stronger onshore flow, but Friday's cleaner conditions make it the easy call.

Updated 6/15/2026, 6:10:40 AM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break

BottomSand

Skill LevelAll Levels

CrowdModerate to Heavy

Best TideMid

Best SwellE, ENE, ESE

Best WindW, NW

ParkingBeach badges required in summer, street parking and lots

Local Tip

Classic Jersey beach break - check multiple streets for the best sandbar. Fall is prime season.