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Rockingham County, NH · Atlantic Ocean
Jenness State Beach
2280 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870
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
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 78. East wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 64. South wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
86 /100
ideal
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
E
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:31 PM
0.5 ft · in 18m
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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:14 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:25 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:43 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 3:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:57 PM | High | 10.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:24 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 10:43 AM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 4:30 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:56 PM | High | 11.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:21 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 11:42 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 5:28 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:54 PM | High | 11.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 12:38 PM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 6:25 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 AM | High | 11.1 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 1:31 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:44 AM | High | 10.8 ft |
| 7:59 AM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 2:23 PM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 8:16 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 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 |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Sunny
2%
84
95°
Sunny
0%
70
91°
Mostly Sunny
6%
76
87°
Sunny
3%
84
82°
Sunny
3%
86
80°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
81
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
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
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?
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.
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS