Wildwood Crest Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s be straight with you – this stretch of the New Jersey coast is going through a pretty flat spell. For the next week and a half, there’s hardly anything to get excited about. The waves are small, the wind is messy, and the energy just isn’t there. We’re looking at a solid gap of nearly nine days with nothing worth paddling out for.

The first real chance to wet a line comes on Thursday, July 30th, at Wildwood Crest. We’re talking about a tiny 2ft swell coming from the SSE. The wind swings offshore out of the NW in the morning, which is a major positive – it’ll keep the surface glassy and clean. The wait for these waves feels long, but the setup is honest. The water temperature anomaly is about average for the time of year, so no surprises there.

The combined swell energy is weak at just 70 (moderate wave energy), and the period is a short 9 seconds, so don’t expect much push. It’s a beginner-friendly sandbar break, so it’s a good spot to get the cobwebs out, but it’s not going to blow your mind. The break is fairly consistent, but crowds are likely here, especially after such a long dry spell. This is your best bet for the whole window, but it’s a pretty quiet one.

Looking ahead, the next morning on Friday, July 31st, offers a bit more size. The swell picks up to 5ft from the ESE, with a short 6-second period and combined energy of 132 (moderate wave energy). The wind is light and cross-offshore, keeping things clean. The surf is still very ordinary, and the tide is going to be a factor. It’s a marginal call, but it’s the only other day that might get a few waves worth a look.

Then, the real standout in the whole 16-day window is Wednesday, August 5th – that’s the one to circle on the calendar. The morning looks promising with a 4ft swell from the SSE, a solid 10-second period, and a decent combined energy of 346 (strong wave energy). The wind is blowing offshore from the NNW, which is the key to getting clean, lined-up waves. The break is exposed to the swell, and the direction is a good match. This is the best day on offer, but remember, it’s a long way out, so keep an eye on the forecasts. The afternoon turns to junk with a cross-onshore wind, so get your session in early.

For the rest of the period, it’s a write-off. Small scraps of swell, bad wind, and choppy conditions. If you’re desperate, you might find a knee-high ripple, but it’s not worth the drive. The setup looks more interesting for a kite than a paddle for most of this run.

Rusty.

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