
Surf Forecasts:
57th Street surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 6s period, S swell with 83 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 8 Aug, 11PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period with S swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for 57th Street this week:
The surf forecast for 57th Street over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 9s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at 57th Street in the next 16 days are 1.1m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.6m 3s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 15) at 8AM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 11PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 11PM (Sat 8th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 2AM (Sun 9th Aug) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for 57th Street over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you—this forecast window is a tough one. We’re looking at a long stretch of flat, weak, and pretty ordinary conditions for the most part. If you’re desperate for a paddle, there are a couple of small windows where it might be worth a look, but it’s not going to be pretty.
The whole first week is a write-off. Kicking off on Saturday the 8th, we’ve got ankle-biters at 2ft with a short, weak 5-second period. The energy is just pitiful (49), and a cross-shore breeze chops it all up. Don’t even bother. The entire run through until the 19th is in that same spirit. Swell heights bounce between a pathetic 0.7ft and 2ft, with periods mostly under 8 seconds. There’s a brief moment on Tuesday the 11th morning with glassy conditions, but there’s no swell to ride. The combined energy is mostly under 50—that's weak, weak, weak. We’re talking about a near two-week gap with nothing worth your time.
Now, things start to finally change around the middle of the month. The first real sign of life appears on Thursday the 20th. The swell period jumps to 12 seconds, which means we’ve finally got some groundswell in the water. Swell heights are still small, but the energy starts to build—188 by Thursday afternoon. That’s a step in the right direction. Friday the 21st sees the swell actually push up to 3ft to 4ft, but the wind turns onshore, and it's messy. The energy is moderate at 328, but it’s not clean. Could be a grovel, but not recommended.
The standout in this otherwise bleak outlook falls on Saturday the 22nd. The morning still has some cross-off wind, but the afternoon shapes up. With 3ft of ESE swell and a clean, light offshore breeze, 57th Street (Fire Island) will be the only spot with any sort of rideable pulse. The swell direction is from the ESE, which is just about right for this place. It’s not big, and it’s not powerful, but it’s the best we’ve got.
Sunday the 23rd is a similar story. The swell holds at 3ft, but the wind is a bit stronger and more side-shore, so it won’t be as clean. Still, the energy is moderate at 120, so there could be a few fun ones if you're keen.
Honestly, with the water temperature at 76°, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, the main appeal might be a swim with your board. But if you’re chasing waves, the 22nd is your day. Keep your expectations low, because this is a long way from firing. After this little blip, it looks like it’s back to the flat spell.
Remember, this is a sandbar, and it's been inconsistent. It’s a beginner-friendly wave, so if you’re just learning, the small, clean surf on the 22nd could be perfect for you. But for anyone else, it’s a case of making the most of a poor run.
Stay patient.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 32°C on Sat afternoon, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Thu night. Warm (max 31°C on Thu afternoon, min 17°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 5 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | SSW 5 | SSE 5 | S 6 | S 6 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SSW 4 | S 5 | S 5 | SSW 4 | S 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 |
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25 | 83 | 39 | 24 | 24 | 9 | 28 | 30 | 16 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 39 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 11 | 20 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | off | glassy | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:31PM1.38m | 5:14AM1.09m | 5:40PM1.43m | 6:21AM1.16m | 6:43PM1.49m | 7:20AM1.25m | 7:38PM1.54m | 8:13AM1.33m | 8:28PM1.55m | 9:02AM1.38m | 9:16PM1.53m | 9:51AM1.41m | 10:04PM1.47m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:23PM0.10m | 11:16AM0.08m | 00:21AM0.02m | 12:18PM0.02m | 1:16AM-0.06m | 1:16PM-0.03m | 2:08AM-0.12m | 2:12PM-0.07m | 2:57AM-0.16m | 3:04PM-0.08m | 3:43AM-0.16m | 3:54PM-0.06m | 4:25AM-0.14m | |||||||
— | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | |
8:02 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 7:59 | — | — | 7:58 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:54 | — | |
mm | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 3 | 3 | — | — |
Temp °C | 32 | 31 | 28 | 32 | 30 | 29 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 19 | 21 | 22 |
Feels °C | 32 | 32 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 18 | 21 | 20 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 8 | S 6 | ESE 7 | S 5 | SSE 5 | SE 10 | S 6 | S 6 | SSE 6 | SE 9 | S 5 | SE 8 | SE 8 | S 5 | SSE 5 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SSE 7 |
23 | 20 | 39 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 4 | 30 | 16 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 11 | 20 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 9 | E 9 | ESE 7 | E 9 | SE 7 | SE 10 | E 8 | SE 10 | SE 9 | SE 9 | — | SE 8 | E 11 | SE 11 | SE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 10 | SE 9 |
1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | — | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | E 9 | — | E 8 | E 8 | — | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 8 | E 7 | — | SE 11 | E 11 | E 10 | NE 4 | — | — |
— | — | 2 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 5 | S 6 | — | S 6 | SSW 5 | — | S 6 | — | — | SW 3 | SSW 4 | — | S 5 | SSW 4 | W 3 | WSW 3 | — | — | NE 3 | — |
25 | 83 | — | 24 | 24 | — | 28 | — | — | 5 | 13 | — | 9 | 39 | 5 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 116 | 0 | 3 | 62 | 57 | 120 | 64 | 120 | 289 | 2656 | 64 | 177 | 593 | 28 | 588 | 57 | 255 | 239 | 124 | 226 |
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The above surf forecast table for 57th Street provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at 57th Street can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our 57th Street surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (57th Street) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).
Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for 57th Street may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.
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