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Newcomb Hollow Beach

Quiet dune-backed beachbreak

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Newcomb Hollow
Surf Report

Real-time conditions, forecasts and local insight for a better day in the water.

THURSDAY, OCT 22 Wellfleet, MA 54°F Air

Wind

N (6°)

MODERATE BREEZE

Tide

Next High 10:00 PM

Next Low 4:33 AM

Waves

ENE (73°) · 7.4 sec

CHOPPY

Water

Water Temperature

COLD
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Conditions rated as Blown. Forecast vibe: Blown

Limited surf quality. Compare wind and period before choosing a beach.

Strong wind is likely to reduce wave quality.

Wave height

5.1 ft

Period

7.2 sec

Swell

3.2 ft

7.4s period

Wind

16 mph

↓ N · Onshore · 54°F

Sea temp

55 °F

Cold water

Tide

H 10:00 PM

High · 4.8 ft

Wind chop

3.3 ft

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Daily peak waves · wind · tides

  • Thu

    Oct 22

    Rain

    Maximum wave height 6-7 FT

    Up to 25 mph NNE

    NNE wind E swell

    H 9:46 AM L 3:49 AM

    BIG

  • Fri

    Oct 23

    Mostly sunny

    Maximum wave height 5-6 FT

    Up to 24 mph NNE

    NNE wind ENE swell

    H 10:27 AM L 4:33 AM

    CHOPPY

  • Sat

    Oct 24

    Mostly sunny

    Maximum wave height 4-5 FT

    Up to 12 mph N

    N wind ENE swell

    H 11:05 AM L 5:16 AM

    GOOD

  • Sun

    Oct 25

    Sunny

    Maximum wave height 3-4 FT

    Up to 7 mph SSW

    SSW wind ENE swell

    H 11:44 AM L 5:57 AM

    GOOD

  • Mon

    Oct 26

    Sunny

    Maximum wave height 2-3 FT

    Up to 9 mph WSW

    WSW wind ENE swell

    H 12:16 AM L 6:39 AM

    SMALL

  • Tue

    Oct 27

    Overcast

    Maximum wave height 3-4 FT

    Up to 17 mph NNE

    NNE wind NE swell

    H 1:00 AM L 7:22 AM

    CHOPPY

  • Wed

    Oct 28

    Overcast

    Maximum wave height 2-3 FT

    Up to 8 mph ENE

    ENE wind NE swell

    H 1:45 AM L 8:08 AM

    SMALL

Current Conditions

Just now

Wave Height

5-6 FT

ENE (73°)

Wind

16 MPH

N (6°)

Water Temp

55° F

Cold water

Tide

Rising

High 10:00 PM · Low 4:33 AM

Hourly Forecast

The next 24 hours · Eastern time

24-hour line graph for wave height Wave height in feet for each hour in the next 24 hours. 15.0ft 11.3ft 7.5ft 3.8ft 0.0ft H 10:00 PM L 4:33 AM H 10:27 AM L 4:56 PM Friday 1:00 AM: 5.5 ft Fri 1 AM Friday 2:00 AM: 5.6 ft Friday 3:00 AM: 5.6 ft Friday 4:00 AM: 5.5 ft Friday 5:00 AM: 5.5 ft Fri 5 AM Friday 6:00 AM: 5.5 ft Friday 7:00 AM: 5.4 ft Friday 8:00 AM: 5.4 ft Friday 9:00 AM: 5.4 ft Fri 9 AM Friday 10:00 AM: 5.4 ft Friday 11:00 AM: 5.3 ft Friday 12:00 PM: 5.2 ft Friday 1:00 PM: 5.2 ft Fri 1 PM Friday 2:00 PM: 5.2 ft Friday 3:00 PM: 5.1 ft Friday 4:00 PM: 5.1 ft Friday 5:00 PM: 5.0 ft Fri 5 PM Friday 6:00 PM: 4.9 ft Friday 7:00 PM: 4.8 ft Friday 8:00 PM: 4.7 ft Friday 9:00 PM: 4.5 ft Fri 9 PM Friday 10:00 PM: 4.4 ft Friday 11:00 PM: 4.3 ft Saturday 12:00 AM: 4.1 ft Sat 12 AM
  1. 5.5 ft
  2. 5.6 ft
  3. 5.6 ft
  4. 5.5 ft
  5. 5.5 ft
  6. 5.5 ft
  7. 5.4 ft
  8. 5.4 ft
  9. 5.4 ft
  10. 5.4 ft
  11. 5.3 ft
  12. 5.2 ft
  13. 5.2 ft
  14. 5.2 ft
  15. 5.1 ft
  16. 5.1 ft
  17. 5.0 ft
  18. 4.9 ft
  19. 4.8 ft
  20. 4.7 ft
  21. 4.5 ft
  22. 4.4 ft
  23. 4.3 ft
  24. 4.1 ft

Surf Cams

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Gear Check

7-day peak 6.2 ft / best Thu Head High / avg 59 stoke

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Weekly Summary

...the week ahead

The week is mixed. Pick the best tide and wind window.

  1. Best day Thursday, Oct 22: Head High, 6.2 ft at 7.7s, 73 stoke.
  2. Biggest surf Thursday, Oct 22: up to 6.2 ft, swell E, wind NNE.
  3. Wind note No offshore setup in this week's forecast yet. Weekly average: 59 stoke.

Other Breaks

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

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Newcomb Hollow Beach Surf Guide

Local swell, wind, and tide notes for Wellfleet

Newcomb Hollow is a quieter dune-backed Wellfleet beachbreak - a local favorite when you want Outer Cape swell without the Cahoon crowds.

Best swell
East swell with decent period produces fun peaks along the bar. Short-period wind swell is rideable but scrappy.
Best wind
West offshore wind is the cleanest setup. Summer sea breezes from the south can bump conditions by midday.
Tide tip
Mid tide typically offers the best combination of shape and paddle safety.
Skill level
Intermediate on average; beginners on very small, uncrowded days with lifeguards present.

Flat or blown out? Also check Cahoon Hollow Beach , White Crest Beach , LeCount Hollow Beach / Maguire Landing .

Beach safety

Cape Cod National Seashore beaches carry Stop the Bleed trauma kits and emergency call boxes. Know where they are before you paddle out.

  • Call 911 for any emergency. Lifeguards are typically on duty mid-June through Labor Day only.
  • Purple shark flags mean elevated shark risk - follow NPS Shark Smart guidance and check the Sharktivity app.
  • Strong rips, shorebreak, and cold water are common. Surf within your limits and never alone in the off-season.

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Common questions

Is Newcomb Hollow less crowded than Cahoon Hollow?

Usually yes, especially outside peak summer weekends. Both catch similar swell as neighboring Wellfleet beaches.

What swell direction is best at Newcomb Hollow?

East to southeast swells (roughly 56–124 degrees) with west offshore wind produce the best surf.

Is Newcomb Hollow in Cape Cod National Seashore?

Yes. Newcomb Hollow is a National Seashore beach in Wellfleet with dune access and Atlantic exposure.

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