Massachusetts • Cape Cod • Buoy: 44098

Nauset Beach

Junky

Wave Height

1-3

ft

Swell

~5s

E

Wind

12mph

Offshore (WSW)

Water

53°

5/4mm + boots

Rising• High in 2h 14m

Updated: 11/2/2026, 5:40:04 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

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Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Wave energy

Weak

How much energy each wave delivers, in kilojoules per metre of wave crest.

2.5 kJ/m

Right now

1.3 swell · 1.2 chop

10MODERATETueWedThuFriSatSun
Groundswell
Wind chop
Drag to scrub

10

Peak this week

Sun

Peaks on

Moderate

At its best

Buoy Check

NDBC 44098
FTSECMISS
Buoy2.34—
Open-Meteo1.94-0.4
WW33.14+0.9
ECMWF1.73-0.6
Blend2.14-0.2
Blend on target1h ago

Tide Forecast

Today
H10:03pm10.0ft
Tomorrow
L4:29am0.4ft
H10:53am9.2ft
L4:53pm1.2ft
H11:11pm9.7ft
Wed, Nov 4
L5:31am0.5ft
H11:55am9.5ft
L5:59pm1.0ft
Thu, Nov 5
H12:18am9.6ft
L6:30am0.6ft
H12:53pm9.9ft
L7:01pm0.7ft

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 53°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 4:47 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 10:26 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 cleanest with 1ft waves and light 7mph offshore winds before the swell picks up. If you can't get out then, Wednesday or Thursday afternoon could work with 2ft faces and decent shape, though the wind starts getting a bit more cross-shore as the week goes on.

Updated 11/2/2026, 6:14:21 PM

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.