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Nauset Beach

Junky

Wave Height

1-3

ft

Swell

~3s

NE

Wind

12mph

Sideshore (N)

Water

54°

5/4mm + boots

Falling• Low in 5h 41m

Updated: 6/8/2026, 5:38:23 AM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
L3:44pm1.0ft
H10:00pm9.3ft
Tomorrow
L4:12am1.5ft
H10:18am9.2ft
L4:33pm1.0ft
H10:48pm9.7ft
Wed, Jun 10
L5:07am1.1ft
H11:13am9.2ft
L5:24pm0.9ft
H11:39pm10.2ft
Thu, Jun 11
L6:03am0.6ft

Recent History

No recent history available

About Nauset Beach

Nauset Beach is one of Cape Cod's premier surf spots, known for consistent swell exposure and quality sandbars. The waves can range from mellow rollers to heavy, hollow barrels depending on swell size and sand configuration. It's a long stretch of beach with room to spread out, though the main peaks draw crowds. Shark awareness is essential during warmer months.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Nauset Beach?

The current water temperature at Nauset Beach is 54°F. A 5/4mm wetsuit with boots and gloves is recommended.

What is the surf like at Nauset Beach today?

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

What time is high tide at Nauset Beach?

Today's high tide at Nauset Beach is at 5:24 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Nauset Beach?

Today's low tide at Nauset Beach is at 11:18 PM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Nauset Beach?

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

Is Nauset Beach good for beginners?

Nauset Beach 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 2ft waves and light offshore winds around high tide at 10:18 AM. The longer 6-second period should give you some decent rideable waves before conditions get blown out later in the week.

Updated 6/8/2026, 6:14:11 AM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelIntermediate to Advanced
CrowdLight to Moderate
Best TideMid
Best SwellE, ENE, NE
Best WindW, NW, SW
ParkingNational Seashore lots, seasonal fees

Local Tip

Shark awareness is critical in warmer months. Powerful waves on solid swells - respect the ocean.