Surf Forecasts:
Manasquan Inlet surf forecast from 17 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 17 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 6s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 17 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 6s period, S swell with 194 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 17 Aug, 8AM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 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 Monday (Aug 17) at 8AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.6m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 1.2m and 6s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Manasquan Inlet in the next 16 days are 1.6m 6s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 17) at 8AM. 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 4s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 19) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 8AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 8AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 8AM (Mon 17th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Manasquan Inlet over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s talk about Manasquan Inlet.
Looking at the whole 16-day window, it’s a tough stretch. We’ve got a long, quiet start with barely anything to get excited about. The first real chance of a surfable wave doesn’t show up until Monday morning the 17th, and even then it’s pretty ordinary.
Monday 17th kicks things off with some small, weak SSE swell at around 3 ft and a short 6-second period. The combined swell energy is only 66 – just barely enough for a wave. The morning has a light WNW cross-off breeze keeping it clean, then Monday afternoon goes glassy with NE wind at 0 mph. The swell drops to 3 ft. It’s surfable, but only just, and it’s a struggle for any real power. The water temp is about average for this time of year.
From Tuesday 18th right through to Monday 24th, it’s pretty much a write-off. We get a mix of tiny swell, poor wind directions, and periods that are either too short or too long for this beach/jetty setup. There’s a stretch of several days with no real recommendations – just small, messy slop or glassy but gutless conditions. You’re better off doing something else.
Tuesday 25th sees a little bump in swell height to 4-4 ft from the south, but with a horrible 5-second period and onshore wind, it’s a messy, choppy affair. The energy picks up a bit (103 on the 25th afternoon), but the quality is just not there.
The only true standout in this whole period is Saturday 29th morning. We get a 3 ft SE swell with a 12-second period – that’s long-period groundswell, which means better shape and more energy. The combined swell energy hits 577, which is moderate to strong, suggesting some real punch. The NNE wind is cross at 15 mph, so it’s not perfect, but it’s surfable for an advanced crew. Keep in mind that long-period SE swell at a beach/jetty like Manasquan Inlet can break a bit straight and be tricky, so it’s not a day for beginners. The crowds here are often a factor, so expect company.
After that, Sunday 30th morning offers a small, clean 3 ft wave from the ESE with light cross-off wind, but the energy drops off quickly. The rest of the second week – Monday 31st and into September – is mostly small, weak, and not worth paddling out for.
So overall, if you’re an experienced local, Saturday 29th morning is your best bet. It’s not a classic day, but it’s the only one that has some real power and potential in this flat, quiet stretch.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Warm (max 29°C on Wed afternoon, min 23°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the S on Sun night, calm by Mon afternoon). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 28mm), heaviest during Thu afternoon. Warm (max 28°C on Wed night, min 21°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Monday 17 | Tuesday 18 | Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | ||||||||||||||
Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SSE 7 | SE 10 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | NE 4 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 |
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103 | 66 | 47 | 38 | 37 | 37 | 30 | 15 | 35 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 19 | 14 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 17 | 17 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 10:57PM1.47m | 11:33AM1.54m | 11:45PM1.35m | 12:20PM1.49m | 00:35AM1.25m | 1:07PM1.43m | 1:25AM1.17m | 1:55PM1.39m | 2:18AM1.11m | 2:47PM1.35m | 3:16AM1.09m | 3:43PM1.35m | 4:16AM1.11m | ||||||
Low Tide | 5:00AM0.04m | 5:30PM0.18m | 5:39AM0.15m | 6:20PM0.27m | 6:22AM0.26m | 7:19PM0.34m | 7:16AM0.35m | 8:24PM0.37m | 8:20AM0.40m | 9:26PM0.37m | 9:22AM0.40m | 10:20PM0.32m | |||||||
— | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | |
7:52 | — | 7:50 | — | — | 7:49 | — | — | 7:47 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:45 | — | — | 7:43 | — | |
mm | 6 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 8 | — | — | 4 |
Temp °C | 24 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 28 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 23 |
Feels °C | 20 | 28 | 32 | 30 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 25 | 25 | 29 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 25 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SSE 6 | SSE 6 | SSE 7 | SE 7 | SE 12 | SSE 7 | SE 7 | ESE 9 | S 5 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 9 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | ESE 8 | E 4 |
— | 66 | 47 | 38 | 37 | 6 | 30 | 13 | 35 | 12 | 15 | 15 | 19 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 6 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | SE 13 | — | ESE 11 | SSE 6 | — | SE 9 | SSE 5 | E 5 | E 7 | E 7 | E 7 | E 14 | ESE 13 | ESE 13 | ESE 8 |
— | — | — | — | 7 | — | 11 | 7 | — | 20 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 18 | 17 | 11 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | E 14 | — | SE 12 | — | SE 10 | — | — | S 4 | E 6 | E 16 | S 5 | S 5 | — | — | — | ESE 13 |
— | — | — | 4 | — | 6 | — | 15 | — | — | 1 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 17 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 6 | — | — | — | NE 3 | SE 7 | SSW 2 | — | SSE 3 | — | — | SSE 5 | NNE 2 | NE 4 | ENE 4 | ENE 4 | ENE 4 | ENE 4 | — |
103 | — | — | — | 1 | 37 | 1 | — | 5 | — | — | 5 | 1 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 14 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 1532 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 51 | 235 | 0 | 13 | 363 | 8 | 1004 | 1655 | 412 | 516 | 1004 | 13 | 51 | 757 | 152 |
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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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