Manasquan Inlet Surf Break

Lat Long: 40.11° N 74.03° W

Manasquan Inlet Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 07 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Manasquan Inlet sea temperature is
24.1° C
1.2° 

Manasquan Inlet surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Manasquan Inlet surf forecast from 7 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Saturday 8 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period, S swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 6s period, S swell with 116 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 8 Aug, 2AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Manasquan Inlet this week:

The surf forecast for Manasquan Inlet over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 08) at 2AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m 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 glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Manasquan Inlet in the next 16 days are 1.2m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 2AM. Winds are predicted to be offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 08) at 5AM.

Wave TypeTime (EDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 2AM (Sat 8th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 6s
Best Surf 2AM (Sat 8th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 6s
Most Powerful 2AM (Sun 9th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 6s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Manasquan Inlet over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s break it down. This 16-day window is looking pretty flat and stale for the most part. Don’t get your hopes up too high. The first actual surfable waves pop up on the morning of Saturday, August 9th, and before that, it’s a long gap of nothing.

The story here is small, weak, short-period windswell from the south, with a mix of cross-off and onshore breezes. The water is around 75°F, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year.

Let’s start with that first real call. Saturday morning, August 9th, at Manasquan Inlet. It’s a beach and jetty spot, wide open to the south. We’re looking at a 2ft swell from the SSE, but the period is a short 7 seconds – that’s local windswell, weak and gutless. The combined energy is only 49 (weak). The wind is a light offshore from the west at 9 mph, which is a big plus – it’ll keep the surface glassy clean. This spot is rated for advanced surfers, so it’s not a beginner’s wave. Crowds are often, so you won’t be alone. It’s surfable, but very ordinary.

Sunday afternoon, the 9th, looks a touch better: 3ft from the south, period 6 seconds, with a light offshore breeze from the west at 6 mph. Energy is still weak at 74. Clean, but tiny.

Tuesday morning, the 11th, has a 2ft, 5-second windswell. Offshore wind from the west at 6 mph. Energy is just 18. It’s clean, but it’s barely a ripple.

The only real standout in this whole stretch is Thursday afternoon, the 20th of August. The swell rolls in at 2ft from the SE, period 8 seconds, and the combined energy hits 106 (moderate). The wind is a light cross-offshore from the northwest at 9 mph, keeping it clean. This is the best of a very average lot. The direction (SE) is close to the optimum (SSE), so it’s lining up okay. Still, it’s small.

After that, the 21st brings a bit more height – 3ft to 4ft from the south – but it’s short period (5 seconds) and the wind is onshore or cross-on, so it’ll be choppy and messy. Not worth the paddle.

Honestly, if you’re itching for a session, the cleanest windows are very early on the 9th and 11th, and the afternoon of the 20th. But the surf is small, weak, and ordinary. With the stronger onshore winds and poor quality, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing on some of those days. It’s a long, flat run. Keep an eye on the forecasts, but for now, I’d leave the stick at home.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Some drizzle, heaviest during Fri night. Warm (max 34°C on Sat afternoon, min 23°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Tue night. Warm (max 31°C on Mon afternoon, min 22°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
2:42PM1.55m
3:21AM1.23m
3:51PM1.59m
4:33AM1.27m
5:00PM1.65m
5:40AM1.35m
6:02PM1.72m
6:38AM1.45m
6:58PM1.77m
7:31AM1.54m
7:48PM1.79m
8:21AM1.60m
8:35PM1.76m
Low Tide
9:39PM0.22m
9:30AM0.16m
10:42PM0.13m
10:35AM0.10m
11:40PM0.04m
11:36AM0.03m
00:34AM-0.04m
12:34PM-0.03m
1:26AM-0.11m
1:29PM-0.07m
2:14AM-0.16m
2:21PM-0.08m
2:59AM-0.16m
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Information about the Manasquan Inlet Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Manasquan Inlet provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Manasquan Inlet can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Manasquan Inlet 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 (Manasquan Inlet) 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 Manasquan Inlet 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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