Best dawn patrol spots in New Jersey
26 spots across New Jersey
Early risers in New Jersey are rewarded with glassy conditions and empty lineups. These spots offer the best dawn patrol sessions before the wind picks up.
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Sunrise Times Across New Jersey
Sunrise and first light times from north to south. Click a city for detailed dawn patrol planning.
| City | Sunrise | First Light |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Hook | 5:41 AM | 5:11 AM |
| Long Branch | 5:42 AM | 5:12 AM |
| Asbury Park | 5:42 AM | 5:12 AM |
| Bradley Beach | 5:42 AM | 5:12 AM |
| Belmar | 5:42 AM | 5:12 AM |
| Spring Lake | 5:42 AM | 5:12 AM |
| Manasquan | 5:43 AM | 5:13 AM |
| Bay Head | 5:43 AM | 5:13 AM |
| Toms River | 5:43 AM | 5:13 AM |
| Seaside Park | 5:43 AM | 5:13 AM |
Surf Guides for New Jersey
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About surfing in New Jersey
- Dawn patrol in New Jersey typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
- Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.
