72°
Sunny
0%
75
Ocean County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Point Pleasant Beach
300 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Home of Jenkinson's Boardwalk — the classic Jersey Shore experience with amusement park rides, an aquarium, arcades, mini-golf, and a mile of lifeguarded Atlantic sand. Manasquan Inlet on the north end draws surfcasters year-round.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
72°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 72. South wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 59. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 72°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
75 /100
great
66 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
75 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
72°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
74°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:35 PM
5.0 ft · in 1.2h
Wave Height
2.6 ft
11s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ026 · Issued Jun 3, 7:16 AM
Water Quality
Clean
30 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:28 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:39 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:36 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 4:30 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:35 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Sunny
1%
75
83°
Sunny
0%
75
84°
Mostly Sunny
4%
75
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
66%
24
67°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
28
68°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
57
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:20 AM - 4:20 AM
Minor
7:20 AM - 8:20 AM
Major
2:40 PM - 4:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street parking; paid Jenkinson's lots along the boardwalk.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Entry Fee
Jenkinson's season badge $130 (12-64), senior (65+) $95; daily $13-14 (in-person only)
Address
300 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Point Pleasant Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Point Pleasant Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Point Pleasant Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Is there an entry fee at Point Pleasant Beach?
Jenkinson's season badge $130 (12-64), senior (65+) $95; daily $13-14 (in-person only)
Are there lifeguards at Point Pleasant Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Point Pleasant Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Point Pleasant Beach?
Amenities at Point Pleasant Beach include lifeguards, boardwalk, amusement park, aquarium, arcades, mini-golf, restaurants, bars.
When is the water warmest at Point Pleasant 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 Point Pleasant Beach located?
Point Pleasant Beach is in Ocean County, NJ, at 300 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS