Surf Forecasts:
Manasquan Inlet surf forecast from 30 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Wednesday 2 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period, ESE swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 2 Sep, 11AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period, ESE swell with 79 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Wednesday 2 Sep, 2PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period with ESE 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 Wednesday (Sep 02) at 2PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 4s. Another secondary swell of 0.4m and 3s 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 0.6m 11s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 30) at 11PM.
| Wave Type | Time (EDT) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 2PM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 2PM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 11AM (Wed 2nd Sep) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Manasquan Inlet over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. I’m looking at the next couple of weeks and, honestly, it’s a bit of a flat spell for us here at Manasquan Inlet. This is a spot that can really pump when conditions line up, but we’re staring down a long stretch of tiny, weak surf.
The water temp is sitting about average for this time of year, so no surprises there – just your typical late summer bathwater.
We kick off Sunday the 30th of August with a tiny 1ft swell from the southeast, period a short 8 seconds. The combined energy is a weak 23, and the wind is a cross-offshore from the southwest. It’s clean, but it’s just not doing anything. This same story repeats through Monday and into Tuesday the 1st of September – knee-high dribble, poor conditions. Not worth paddling out.
There’s a tiny glimmer early on Wednesday the 2nd of September. The swell bumps up a notch to 2ft from the ESE, and the period stretches to 11 seconds. That longer period gives it a bit more shape potential, and the combined energy hits 83. Still, it’s a cross-onshore wind from the southeast making it choppy. It’s *almost* surfable, but not really.
Thursday the 3rd of September is where things get just barely interesting. Morning sees a 2ft swell from the east with a 6-second period, and while that period is short and weak, the wind is a clean cross-off from the southwest. The combined energy is 82, and the report calls it “surfable waves.” At a wave comment score of 1, this is the best we’ve got so far. The afternoon drops off again.
After that, we’re back into a long, frustrating gap. From Thursday afternoon all the way through to Sunday the 13th of September, we’re practically in a flat spell. The swell barely gets above 2ft, and most of the time it’s below that. Even the periods are short, around 5 to 7 seconds. Winds are clean on some mornings, which would be great if there was any swell to work with.
The only real standout in this entire 16-day window is Sunday the 13th of September in the afternoon. We finally see a 3ft swell from the south, with a 6-second period. The combined energy jumps to 69, and the wind is a clean cross-off from the SSW. At Manasquan Inlet, that 3ft south swell with offshore wind can actually produce some fun, peaky waves. The crowd profile here says it’s “often” busy, but on a Sunday afternoon with a small south swell, it might be manageable. This is your best bet, but it’s still not a classic. It’s small, short-period, and it’s over a week away, so keep an eye on it, but don’t lock it in.
Monday the 14th of September looks like we slip back into nothing.
So, to wrap it up: there’s no proper swell coming. The one bright spot is that Sunday the 13th afternoon, but it’s not enough to get excited about. For a spot that relies on some good east or south-east groundswell, this is a tough run. Hang in there, and check back in a few days – forecasts can change.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastHeavy rain (total 23mm), heaviest during Sun night. Warm (max 28°C on Sun afternoon, min 21°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryHeavy rain (total 49mm), heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 28°C on Fri afternoon, min 21°C on Thu morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | ||||||||||||||
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) | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 12 | ESE 11 | ESE 10 | SE 10 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | E 7 | ESE 7 | E 8 | SE 8 |
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16 | 18 | 18 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 7 | 72 | 79 | 68 | 45 | 40 | 30 | 22 | 15 | 32 | 10 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | glassy | on | cross-on | glassy | off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | off | cross-off |
High Tide | 8:48PM1.57m | 9:11AM1.54m | 9:27PM1.52m | 9:50AM1.57m | 10:11PM1.45m | 10:35AM1.58m | 11:01PM1.38m | 11:26AM1.57m | 11:59PM1.31m | 12:23PM1.55m | 1:01AM1.26m | 1:25PM1.54m | 2:06AM1.23m | ||||||
Low Tide | 3:05AM-0.02m | 3:29PM0.08m | 3:40AM-0.01m | 4:10PM0.10m | 4:15AM0.02m | 4:55PM0.15m | 4:54AM0.08m | 5:48PM0.21m | 5:41AM0.15m | 6:56PM0.26m | 6:45AM0.22m | 8:16PM0.27m | |||||||
— | 6:20 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:22 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:24 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | |
7:32 | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:30 | — | — | 7:28 | — | — | 7:25 | — | — | 7:24 | — | — | 7:22 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | 16 | — | — | 4 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 4 | — | 25 | — | 5 | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 22 | 23 | 28 | 26 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 28 | 27 |
Feels °C | 21 | 21 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 28 | 24 | 24 | 27 | 24 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 26 | 29 | 26 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | S 4 | SSE 5 | SSE 4 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 7 | SE 12 | ESE 11 | ESE 10 | SE 10 | E 6 | E 6 | E 7 | ESE 7 | E 8 | E 6 |
16 | 18 | 18 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 7 | 72 | 79 | 68 | 45 | 40 | 29 | 22 | 15 | 32 | 7 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 5 | E 6 | E 6 | ESE 8 | SE 8 | SE 8 | S 4 | E 15 | SE 9 | S 4 | S 5 | S 5 | S 5 | SE 9 | ESE 9 | SE 8 | SE 8 | S 5 | S 6 |
5 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 40 | 30 | 18 | 11 | 5 | 6 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 6 | S 5 | E 9 | — | — | — | — | — | SE 14 | — | — | NE 4 | S 6 | — | S 3 | S 6 | S 5 | S 5 | SE 8 |
2 | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | 4 | 5 | — | 2 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 10 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | S 3 | — | — | — | — | S 3 | S 4 | SSW 5 | — | ENE 4 | ENE 6 | S 5 | S 4 | — | NNW 2 | — | N 3 |
— | — | 8 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 7 | — | 5 | 41 | 2 | 6 | — | 1 | — | 1 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 188 | 468 | 2524 | 85 | 516 | 879 | 1201 | 516 | 1203 | 86 | 98 | 148 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 188 |
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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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