What is the surf like at Nauset Beach today?

Nauset Beach surf report: 1.3 ft, Small, SW 5 mph. Tide low 3:23 AM, Water 66°F, 7-day forecast for Orleans, Cape Cod Atlantic.

Nauset Beach Surf Report - 1.3 ft, Small, SW 5 mph

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Long beachbreak energy

Model 1:15 AM ET fetched 1:22 AM ET

Conditions rated as Small. Forecast vibe: Tiny Lines

It is moon hours. Your board can wait.

Ankle to knee - longboard weather.

▲ Wind from SW · 5 mph ≈ Swell from SE → NW · 6.7s

Model 1:15 AM ET

36 stoke

Wave Height: 1.3 ft
Period: 6.7 sec
Swell: 1.1 ft
Wind: 5 mph
Wind Chop: 0.1 ft
Sea Temp: 66 °F

Wave height

1.3 ft

Period

6.7 sec

Swell

1.1 ft

5.4s period

Wind

5 mph

↓ SW · Cross · 61°F

Sea temp

66 °F

Warm water

Tide

L 3:23 AM

Low · 0.0 ft

Wind chop

0.1 ft

Model grid · not a buoy - trust your eyes & lifeguards

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Surf Cams

Model says one thing. Cameras tell you if the ocean is actually playing.

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7-Day High Scores

Scroll the week · max wave per level

Fri

Small

Maximum wave height 1.4 ft

6.8s · 7 mph

SE wind SE swell

H 9:13 AM L 3:23 AM
Sat

Flat

Maximum wave height 1.0 ft

6.9s · 14 mph

NE wind ESE swell

H 10:07 AM L 4:18 AM
Sun

Small

Maximum wave height 1.3 ft

6.3s · 13 mph

NE wind E swell

H 10:58 AM L 5:09 AM
Mon

Small

Maximum wave height 1.3 ft

6.6s · 8 mph

E wind E swell

H 11:44 AM L 5:56 AM
Tue

Weak

Maximum wave height 2.8 ft

5.6s · 11 mph

S wind SE swell

H 12:25 PM L 6:39 AM
Wed

Weak

Maximum wave height 3.7 ft

5.1s · 14 mph

SSE wind SE swell

H 12:24 AM L 7:19 AM
Thu

Weak

Maximum wave height 2.0 ft

5.8s · 9 mph

N wind SE swell

H 1:00 AM L 7:57 AM

24-Hour Level Map

Hour-by-hour power-ups & hazards

Fri 5 AM 1.2 ft
Fri 6 AM 1.2 ft
Fri 7 AM 1.2 ft
Fri 8 AM 1.2 ft
Fri 9 AM 1.2 ft
Fri 10 AM 1.1 ft
Fri 11 AM 1.1 ft
Fri 12 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 1 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 2 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 3 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 4 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 5 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 6 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 7 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 8 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 9 PM 1.1 ft
Fri 10 PM 1.0 ft
Fri 11 PM 1.0 ft
Sat 12 AM 1.0 ft
Sat 1 AM 0.9 ft
Sat 2 AM 0.9 ft
Sat 3 AM 0.9 ft
Sat 4 AM 0.9 ft

Fri 5 AM

Fri 8 AM

Fri 11 AM

Fri 2 PM

Fri 5 PM

Fri 8 PM

Fri 11 PM

Sat 2 AM

Sat 4 AM

Gear Check

7-day peak 3.7 ft / best Wed Weak / avg 31 stoke

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Nauset Beach · focused point check

All clear No active NWS watches, warnings, or advisories are listed for this selected beach point right now.

Weekly Summary

...the week ahead

The week looks soft. Longboard mindset helps.

Best day Wednesday, Jul 29: Weak, 3.7 ft at 5.1s, 46 stoke.
Biggest surf Wednesday, Jul 29: up to 3.7 ft, swell SE, wind SSE.
Wind note No offshore setup in this week's forecast yet. Weekly average: 31 stoke.

Other Breaks

Every break page is tailored to that beach — not a copy-paste forecast. Jump to another spot below.

Marconi Beach Wellfleet · Outer Cape Nauset Beach Orleans · Atlantic Coast Guard Beach Eastham · National Seashore Ballston Beach Truro · Outer Cape Nauset Light Beach Eastham · Atlantic LeCount Hollow Beach / Maguire Landing Wellfleet · Outer Cape White Crest Beach Wellfleet · Outer Cape Cahoon Hollow Beach Wellfleet · Outer Cape Newcomb Hollow Beach Wellfleet · Outer Cape Head of the Meadow Beach Truro · Outer Cape

Nauset Beach Photo Deck

Photos provided by Pexels Some wrong beaches sneak through.

A serene sunset at an Orleans beach with golden reflections on the waves. — Photo by Beth Fitzpatrick on Pexels

Vivid photograph of an ocean wave crashing, showcasing nature's power and beauty. — Photo by Tamara Martina on Pexels

Beautiful ocean waves captured with motion blur, creating a serene seascape during sunset. — Photo by Nathan Cowley on Pexels

Lively ocean waves crash onto the sandy beach, showcasing the beauty of nature and the sea's vibrant energy. — Photo by RDNE Stock project on Pexels

Dynamic capture of ocean waves crashing on a sandy beach, creating a splash of white foam. — Photo by Magda Ehlers on Pexels

Vibrant ocean wave rolling towards a serene sandy beach under a clear sky. — Photo by Jan van der Wolf on Pexels

A mesmerizing view of a golden wave as the sun sets, casting a warm glow over the ocean. — Photo by Andy Dartnell on Pexels

Dynamic ocean wave crashing with foamy splashes under bright daylight, showcasing natural beauty. — Photo by Jan van der Wolf on Pexels

Nauset Beach Surf Guide

Local swell, wind, and tide notes for Orleans

Nauset Beach in Orleans is a long Atlantic beachbreak with miles of sandbars. It picks up swell easily but is sensitive to wind - especially southerly texture that bumps the faces.

Best swell: East and southeast swells are ideal. Nauset faces roughly east-northeast, so any swell with energy from the Atlantic side of the compass can produce rideable lines.
Best wind: West offshore wind is the Cape cheat code here. Avoid south-component wind above 6 mph - our model treats 175–210° as a surface-quality problem at Nauset even when technically cross-shore.
Tide tip: Mid to low tide often exposes better bar definition. High tide can make the shorebreak dumpy near the main access points.
Skill level: Beginner-friendly on small days near lifeguard zones; experienced surfers spread along the beach for better peaks on good swells.

Flat or blown out? Also check Nauset Light Beach , Coast Guard Beach , Marconi Beach .

Beach safety

Town-managed Nauset Beach has Stop the Bleed trauma kits on-site and Be Shark Smart signage through the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy partnership.

Call 911 for emergencies. Lifeguards patrol in season - swim near guarded areas when they are on duty.
Purple shark flags and Shark Smart tips apply here. Check Sharktivity before you go.
Long beach means help can be far away. Note your access point and watch for rips near inlets.

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Common questions

What are the best surf conditions at Nauset Beach?

The best Nauset sessions happen when an east or southeast swell combines with west offshore wind under 18 mph. South wind above 6 mph often ruins surface quality.

Is Nauset Beach crowded for surfing?

Summer weekends are busy with swimmers and beach traffic. Dawn patrol and weekday sessions are quieter. The beach is long enough to spread out away from main entrances.

What tide is best for surfing Nauset Beach?

Mid to low tide typically offers the most defined sandbars. Check the live tide readout on this page before paddling out.

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