Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City)
- Bodyboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Chop, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Fourtyseventh Street in Sea Isle City is an exposed, sand-bottom beach/jetty break that tends to produce small, consistent waves through the year. Surf conditions are often limited in quality, with a high proportion of days reported as small and/or blown, so sessions are most enjoyable when the wind direction and swell are aligned. For wind, west winds are repeatedly identified as the key to cleaner surf/offshore conditions. Seasonal sea-breeze effects may show up late spring into summer afternoons, but they are described as often light; frontal weather patterns are more influential in spring and fall. The spot’s best surf month is March, and west winds are the best wind direction there. Safety is a major consideration. Rip currents are described as common, especially near the rock jetties, and the jetties/groins also create impact risk. Summer crowding can add complexity, and winter water temperatures can be very cold—gear needs to match the season. Stick to designated swimming/surfing rules and use the required beach access controls. Operationally, the area is designated for surfing during the summer season and lifeguards operate seasonally. Swimming is only allowed on guarded beaches, and beach tags are required in the summer period (with specific restrictions noted). If conditions are marginal, use local cues like checking the tide because sandbars can change how the wave breaks.
- Exposed sand/jetty beach break with west-offshore wind improving cleanness
- High share of small and blown days; prioritize March or aligned conditions
- Seasonal lifeguards and designated surfing zones during summer
- Reasonably consistent small-wave beach/jetty break with year-round activity.
- West winds are best for cleaner offshore conditions.
- Designated summer surfing area and seasonal lifeguard presence.
- Often small with a high share of blown/unclean days (low clean percentage).
- Rip currents and rock jetties/groins add real hazard in the surf zone.
- Winter conditions require heavy cold-water gear.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W
- Offshore directions
- W
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Frontal influence most relevant in spring/fall; sea-breeze support can occur in late spring and summer afternoons, though it is often light.
- Reliability
- Low in summer; moderate during autumn and spring (as described by provider).
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Gusts described as light.
- Best Months
- March
- Shadow Zones
- Directly behind dunes or buildings if wind becomes strictly offshore from the west.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sand beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Small surf is the norm; small waves make clean conditions less frequent.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — East winds can create heavy chop; otherwise conditions are small and variable.
- Launch
- Medium — Wide sandy beach access; described as a beach access at 47th Street.
Through the year
Very high in July and August; quiet and low-profile during winter months.
Late summer into autumn hurricane season can bring significant swell; winter/early spring Nor’easter risk.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Possible outside lifeguard hours or at non-swimming beaches; jetties mean you need good upwind ability.
- Kite Sizes
- 10–14 m²
Foilers can use the area when tide is high enough to clear the sandbars; more of a surf spot than a dedicated foil destination.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Depth and sandbars limit consistent foil conditions.
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 5–7 m²
Fairly exposed beach/jetty break with small, consistent waves year-round. Works best with west winds and small-to-modest swell; wave quality is often poor/only average depending on day.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- E, ESE, SE
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Also described as working at any tide by one provider.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed beach/jetty setting; rock jetties help shape sandbars.
- Wind Effect
- West winds provide cleaner/offshore conditions; east winds create heavier chop.
- Bigger Swell
- On bigger swell, it can close out if swell is too large or too direct from the East.
- Wave Quality
- Poor — One provider describes average/better shaping on the sandbars; another describes wave quality as poor with only a small percentage of clean conditions.
- Wave Power
- Soft — Generally small and soft wave energy.
- Wave Shape
- Mixed — Often mixed; also described as peeling.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peeling on the better waves.
- Ride Length
- Short — Fast beach-break rides; often end in shore break.
- Typical Ride Length
- 30–70 m
- Ride Length Details
- Fast beach break rides often ending in the shore break.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City) in the full forecast view.
Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–10 ktsGusts 19 kts
- Direction
- NE34°
- Strongest day
- Tue, Oct 2710 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–1.1 m7s period
- Temperature
- 5–19 °C
Over the next 7 days, Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–10 kts, peaking around 10 kts on Tuesday, October 27 with gusts to 19 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 0.4–1.1 m with a period of about 7s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Rip currents
- Rock jetties/groins
- Crowds during summer
- Cold water in winter
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards/seasonal duty coverage reported for the summer season.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability described as limited.
- Emergency Info
- Sea Isle City Beach Patrol handles seasonal rescues; nearest medical facilities reported in Somers Point or Cape May Court House.
- Localism / Vibe
- None — Localism reported as none by one provider; mild by another provider.
Rules of the spot
Swimming only on guarded beaches; beach tags required Memorial Day–Labor Day (except Wednesdays). During summer season surfing is permitted on designated beaches 10:00 AM–5:00 PM. Beach curfew 10pm–6am May–Sep. No alcohol, no glass bottles, no fires, and no picnics.
- Alcohol prohibited
- No glass bottles
- No fires
- No picnics
- Beach curfew 10pm–6am May–Sep
- Check the tide as bars can become too deep or too shallow.
- West winds are best for cleaner surf.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Sea Isle City
- Nearest Town
- Sea Isle City
- Parking
- Street parking is available but may be metered or require a permit during the summer season; public restrooms are reported at 44th Street.
- Access
- Beach access via 47th Street in Sea Isle City, NJ. Vehicle access to nearby streets includes 44th and 49th Streets.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous vacation rentals, motels, and hotels within Sea Isle City.
- Food & Drink
- Various restaurants and cafes within walking distance on Landis Avenue; restaurant/bar options reported nearby.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental available at local surf shops in Sea Isle City, focused primarily on surfing and paddleboarding gear.
- Gear Storage
- Not available; most riders store gear in vehicles.
- Gear Repair
- Basic surfboard repairs available at local shops; wetsuit/board services implied by local surf shops.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City)?
The best overall months at Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City) are March.
Which wind directions work at Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City)?
Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City) works with W winds. Offshore directions are W.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City): Kitesurfing: 10–14 m² · Wingfoiling: 5–7 m². The typical wind range is 10–20 kts.
What skill level is Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City) suitable for?
Fourtyseventh Street (Sea Isle City) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.