New Jersey
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Point Pleasant for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Point Pleasant, New Jersey. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with calm winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light winds out of the SSE.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with gentle E breeze.
Sun, Jun 28: 2–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. The sweet spot is around midday — 1-2ft waves, light ESE winds, poor - fair conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning. Don't wait too long — the wind comes back up after lunch.
Point Pleasant is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, where sandbars shift seasonally to produce punchy, workable waves that suit surfers of all levels. Facing roughly east-northeast into the Atlantic, this spot picks up a solid range of swells from nor'easters and tropical systems, with fall delivering the most consistent and powerful surf. The area is well-loved by the local New Jersey surf community and offers a laid-back atmosphere with easy beach access.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Point Pleasant is 1-2ft with a 6.6s swell period. Wind is W at 5mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Point Pleasant is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.9ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 1.3ft S wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Point Pleasant is Sunday from 10 AM to 1 PM with 2ft waves, a 6.7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Point Pleasant 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 Point Pleasant. 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.
Point Pleasant is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Point Pleasant is a classic New Jersey beach break situated along the northern Ocean County coastline, where sandbars shift seasonally to produce punchy, workable waves that suit surfers of all levels. Facing roughly east-northeast into the Atlantic, this spot picks up a solid range of swells from nor'easters and tropical systems, with fall delivering the most consistent and powerful surf. The area is well-loved by the local New Jersey surf community and offers a laid-back atmosphere with easy beach access.
The prime season at Point Pleasant 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 Point Pleasant include rip currents, crowded lineups in summer, seasonal beach closures, jetty rocks nearby. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Point Pleasant 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
