New Jersey
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Jenkinsons, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 3–4ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 3-4ft and poor - fair conditions with gentle SE breeze.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on ESE swell at 7s — 8mph from the NNE.
Tue, May 12: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 8mph N winds.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 11mph SSW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 18mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Fair. Steady 3-4ft waves on offer on SSE swell at 6s — 8mph from the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
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Jenkinsons is a popular beach break located in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, fronting the well-known boardwalk and amusement area. The spot offers forgiving, rolling waves over a sandy bottom, making it a favorite for beginners and longboarders, though fall swells from the Atlantic can push wave quality up a notch for intermediate surfers. Its east-facing orientation means it picks up ESE to NE swells well, and the sandy bottom shifts seasonally to produce punchy peaks when conditions align.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Jenkinsons is 3-4ft with a 8.1s swell period. Wind is SE at 6mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Jenkinsons is 3-4ft, produced by a 3.5ft SE primary swell at 8s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Jenkinsons is Thursday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 3ft waves, a 5.7s swell period, and conditions rated Fair - Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Jenkinsons works best with a E swell and W winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Jenkinsons. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Jenkinsons is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Jenkinsons is a popular beach break located in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, fronting the well-known boardwalk and amusement area. The spot offers forgiving, rolling waves over a sandy bottom, making it a favorite for beginners and longboarders, though fall swells from the Atlantic can push wave quality up a notch for intermediate surfers. Its east-facing orientation means it picks up ESE to NE swells well, and the sandy bottom shifts seasonally to produce punchy peaks when conditions align.
The prime season at Jenkinsons is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Jenkinsons include crowds, swimmers, rip currents, beach patrol restrictions, jetski traffic. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Jenkinsons forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
