77°
Mostly Sunny
1%
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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.
77°F air · 70°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 70°F water — swimmable, refreshing
84 /100
great
83 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
75 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
70°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
5:31 PM
5.1 ft · in 2.8h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
8s · SSE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ026 · Issued Jun 25, 7:34 AM
Water Quality
Clean
30 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:28 AM
Sunset
8:29 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:59 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 11:13 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 5:31 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Partly Sunny
14%
84
77°
Rain Showers
81%
42
81°
Mostly Sunny
9%
84
82°
Mostly Sunny
1%
82
87°
Mostly Sunny
10%
82
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
41
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
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.
Major
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Minor
1:40 AM - 2:40 AM
Major
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 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