The Surf Window

Connecticut Beaches

Connecticut, USA

Beach breakBeginner

Protected CT sound beach with mellow rolling waves and summer consistency. Long Island Sound filters the open Atlantic energy, so the waves here are small but rideable on a solid south or east push. Best bet for Connecticut surfers who do not want to drive to Rhode Island.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalE (90°)
WindowNNE–SSE (30°–150°)
Size2-4ft

Wind

W

Offshore

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

June-September

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

A-frame

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Mellow rolling

Length

60-140m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Beginner
  • •Why: Protected mellow shape with forgiving walls

Hazards

  • •Limited swell size
  • •Crowded summer

Local Tips

  • •Sound side protection
  • •Summer consistency good

Location

Map showing the location of Connecticut Beaches in Connecticut, USA

41.3083, -72.2622