Rockingham County, NH · Atlantic Ocean

Jenness State Beach

A small, sand-and-cobble beach in the heart of Rye Beach village — surfable on a north or east swell and one of New Hampshire's most consistent local surf spots. Very low-key family scene during calm summer afternoons.

Today's Conditions

Decent day for photography.

60% rain · NWS alert active · 79°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Rain showers likely and areas of smoke before 5pm, then areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tonight

Areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely before 9pm, then areas of smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Weather

79°F air — ideal beach weather
60% rain — rain likely at some point

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 2:57pm edt until july 19 at 8:00am edt by nws gray me

42 /100

36 Sunbathe

45 Walk

65 Photo

Best for photography today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 2:57PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gray ME

NWS · In effect through Jul 19, 12:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

79°F

Light Rain and Fog/Mist

Wind

15 mph

Rain

60%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

5 Moderate

Peaks 01 PM · burn in ~40m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM

Tomorrow

79°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

—

Next Low Tide

9:12 PM

0.2 ft · in 11m

Water Quality

Clean

41 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 10mo ago

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ154)

The GYX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.

NHZ014 Coastal Rockingham — Portsmouth and Hampton n/a
MEZ023 Coastal York — Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit, n/a
MEZ024 Coastal Cumberland — Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent n/a
MEZ025 Sagadahoc — Reid State Park and Popham n/a
MEZ026 Lincoln — Pemaquid n/a
MEZ027 Knox — Birch Point n/a
MEZ028 Coastal Waldo — Moose Point State Park n/a

NWS SRF · GYX · Issued Jul 18, 6:41 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

5:19 AM

Sunset

8:18 PM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:38 AM	High	10.4 ft
8:50 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
3:14 PM	High	9.7 ft
9:12 PM	Low	0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:32 AM	High	9.8 ft
9:41 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
4:05 PM	High	9.6 ft
10:10 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:26 AM	High	9.2 ft
10:32 AM	Low	0.4 ft
4:56 PM	High	9.4 ft
11:08 PM	Low	0.7 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:22 AM	High	8.6 ft
11:24 AM	Low	0.9 ft
5:47 PM	High	9.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:06 AM	Low	0.9 ft
6:19 AM	High	8.1 ft
12:17 PM	Low	1.4 ft
6:40 PM	High	9.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:05 AM	Low	1.1 ft
7:18 AM	High	7.8 ft
1:12 PM	Low	1.7 ft
7:34 PM	High	8.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:04 AM	Low	1.1 ft
8:18 AM	High	7.6 ft
2:07 PM	Low	1.9 ft
8:28 PM	High	8.9 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

79°

Areas Of Smoke

60%

Sun Jul 19

79°

Sunny

Mon Jul 20

80°

Sunny

Tue Jul 21

77°

Partly Sunny

13%

Wed Jul 22

79°

Rain Showers

87%

Thu Jul 23

78°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

23%

Fri Jul 24

76°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

17%

What to Bring Today

recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
recommended Rain cover + dry bag 60% chance of rain

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Metered lot on Ocean Boulevard. Limited spaces — competitive on weekends.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on Jenness State Beach year-round. Adjacent town-owned portions of Jenness Beach allow leashed dogs sunrise – 9 AM and 7 PM – midnight in summer (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day); Saturday restrictions apply.

Entry Fee

Metered parking; no separate beach entry fee.

Address

2280 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersbathhouse

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Jenness State Beach today?

Jenness State Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Jenness State Beach dog-friendly?

Is there an entry fee at Jenness State Beach?

Metered parking; no separate beach entry fee.

Are there lifeguards at Jenness State Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Jenness State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Jenness State Beach?

Amenities at Jenness State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, bathhouse.

When is the water warmest at Jenness State Beach?

Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.

Where is Jenness State Beach located?

Jenness State Beach is in Rockingham County, NH, at 2280 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870.