Manasquan Inlet Surf Break

Lat Long: 40.11° N 74.03° W

Manasquan Inlet Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 am 01 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Manasquan Inlet sea temperature is
23.1°C
1.3° 

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 1 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 1 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 8s period, SE swell with cross-offshore 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★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 11PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 8s period with SE 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 Tuesday (Sep 01) at 11PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 4s. 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 0.6m 11s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 02) at 11AM. Winds are predicted to be 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 Monday (Sep 07) at 11PM.

Wave TypeTime (EDT) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)11PM (Tue 1st Sep)1.5ft (0.4m) 8s
Best Surf11PM (Tue 1st Sep)1.5ft (0.4m) 8s
Most Powerful11AM (Wed 2nd Sep)2ft (0.6m) 11s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty, and I’m looking at the next sixteen days for Manasquan Inlet. Honestly, I gotta be straight with you – it’s a tough stretch. The forecast is pretty bare for a while, and we’re looking at a long, frustrating gap before anything worth paddling out for shows up.

We kick off on Tuesday, September 1st, but don’t get excited. The water’s a touch warmer than normal for this time, sitting at 74°F, but that’s the only highlight. The swell is tiny, under 2ft from the SE, and the combined energy is a sad 12. It’s just not there. That sets the tone for the next week and a half.

From Tuesday morning all the way through to Thursday, September 10th, it’s a total write-off. We’re talking about a solid nine days where the surf is practically non-existent. Swell heights barely crack 2ft, and when they do, the wind is junk – onshore, cross-on, or just messy. The combined energy values are mostly two-digit numbers, weak and uninspiring. There’s a moment on Thursday, September 3rd, with a clean 2ft from the E and a light offshore, but even then it’s just “surfable but very ordinary” – not enough to get excited about.

Finally, we get a glimmer on Friday, September 11th. The swell starts to build, pushing 4ft from the S by the afternoon. The combined energy climbs to 118, which is moderate. The wind is clean cross-off from the SW, so the lineup might have some shape. This is the best we’ve seen in nearly two weeks, but the period is a short 6 seconds, so it’ll be a bit bumpy and weak. It’s a surf, but not a standout. Saturday the 12th holds similar, with a 3ft swell from the SSE and clean cross-off wind, but it’s not a big jump.

The real potential, and I mean *potential*, comes on the tail end of the run. The 14th of September has a clean 1ft SE swell with a gentle offshore from the W. It’s small, but it’s clean. Then on the 16th, Wednesday morning, we see a 3ft S swell with a slight air and light cross-shore – the energy is 65, which is still weak, but it’s the most consistent-looking wave in the whole forecast.

The Standout: If you’re holding out for anything, it’s Friday, September 11th afternoon. The 4ft S swell (118 combined energy) with clean cross-off wind is the only time the energy levels hit three digits and the conditions line up. It’s not huge, but it’s head-high and clean. Just keep in mind the short period will make it a bit fat and gutless. For a more advanced crew, that’s the day to be on the water.

The rest of the run is a grind. If you’re a dedicated surfer, you’ll be itching by the 11th. For the beginners, wait for something bigger and cleaner – this isn’t your week.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 20mm), heaviest during Thu night. Warm (max 30°C on Tue night, min 21°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Warm (max 27°C on Fri afternoon, min 20°C on Sun morning). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
10:35AM1.58m
11:01PM1.38m
11:26AM1.57m
11:59PM1.31m
12:23PM1.55m
1:01AM1.26m
1:25PM1.54m
2:06AM1.23m
2:31PM1.53m
3:15AM1.25m
3:41PM1.55m
4:25AM1.31m
4:49PM1.60m
Low Tide
4:55PM0.15m
4:54AM0.08m
5:48PM0.21m
5:41AM0.15m
6:56PM0.26m
6:45AM0.22m
8:16PM0.27m
8:07AM0.24m
9:28PM0.22m
9:24AM0.21m
10:29PM0.13m
10:29AM0.13m
11:24PM0.04m
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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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