Jupiter Inlet North Jetty
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Ocean, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Jupiter Inlet North Jetty is a sheltered beach/jetty break in South Florida that tends to be inconsistent for most surfers, with many sessions turning out too small. When the jetty works, the spot produces a classic right-hand wave with hollow sections and sandbar action, helped by jetty-influenced grooming. For the wave window, a good Northeast swell is repeatedly emphasized as the key to turning the break on. Offshore or cross-offshore wind is also important for shaping the wave—West/Northwest/Southwest directions are described as best, while North/East winds are onshore or only partially sheltered. Safety demands extra attention at this inlet: strong tidal/rip currents are common, and the outgoing tide can pull swimmers/surfers toward the inlet mouth or farther offshore. Hazards are consistently listed as jetty rocks/submerged boulders, sharks, and coral, and local guidance also notes to stay clear of marked swim zones and the active boat channel inside the inlet. Seasonally, the best month is described as January, with winter and early spring characterized as the most favorable combination of swell and wind. Water temperatures are warm throughout the year, supporting lighter wetsuit options outside winter while still keeping the water generally comfortable.
- Classic Florida right-hand wave off the north jetty
- Works best with a good NE/Northeast swell and offshore West/Northwest winds
- Warm water year-round with winter lows around 22–24°C
- Jetty sandbar grooming can produce punchier waves than typical open beach conditions
- Classic right-hand jetty wave when conditions line up.
- Jetty influence can groom sandbars for cleaner, punchier surf.
- Warm water year-round (low 20s °C in winter to upper 20s °C in summer).
- Waves are described as unreliable overall (often too small).
- Strong inlet currents and rip currents are a key hazard.
- Boat traffic/wakes near the inlet can create dangerous conditions.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, WNW, SW
- Offshore directions
- W, WNW, SW
- No-go directions
- N, NE, E
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Sea breeze — Afternoon sea breezes are common in spring and summer; winter days can be influenced by frontal systems.
- Reliability
- Moderate during winter frontal systems.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- January
- Shadow Zones
- The jetty can provide some shelter from North winds for surfers.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand bottom; sandbars are groomed by the jetty.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Also described as medium by another provider; overall surf can be unreliable with many sessions too small.
- Launch
- Medium — Beach access via Dubois Park followed by a walk north towards the jetty.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Access involves walking north from Dubois Park to reach the jetty.
Through the year
Can be crowded on weekends and during good NE swells.
Hurricane season runs from June through November.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Possible on the ocean side during light wind days with small swell, but primarily used by surfers and can be crowded.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited
- Min Depth
- 2-3 meters
A sheltered Florida jetty/sandbar surf spot with a classic right-hand wave. Conditions are often unreliable overall, but when it turns on (especially with a good NE swell and offshore wind), it can produce fast, punchy rights.
- Wave Direction
- Right
- Optimal Swell
- NNE, NE, N, E
- Swell Height
- 1–2 m
- Optimal Tide
- Low, Mid — Low-to-medium tides are mentioned; another source describes mid tide as optimal.
- Shelter
- Sheltered — Sheltered/jetty-influenced break, with some protection from the jetty depending on wind.
- Wind Effect
- Best with offshore/cross-offshore winds; West/Northwest/Southwest offshore winds groom the wave, while North winds are somewhat sheltered by the jetty.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out on very large swells, but generally holds up better than open beach breaks; also described as holding size better than typical Florida spots.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Moderate
- Wave Shape
- Hollow — Hollow sections are mentioned; another description also notes peeling sandbar waves.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Also described as punchy with fast sections when the wind is offshore.
- Ride Length
- Short — Ride-length descriptions vary by source; performance rides are described as short but with wall/line potential when sandbars cooperate.
- Typical Ride Length
- 30–70 m
- Ride Length Details
- Nice long walls to the south are mentioned by one source; another notes short, high-performance rides off the jetty. Typical ride lengths reported as roughly 30–70 meters by one source.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Jupiter Inlet North Jetty in the full forecast view.
Jupiter Inlet North Jetty wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 9–19 ktsGusts 31 kts
- Direction
- NE40°
- Strongest day
- Sun, Oct 2519 kts
- Windy days
- 6/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.9–4.2 m9s period
- Temperature
- 23–27 °C
Over the next 7 days, Jupiter Inlet North Jetty is forecast for daytime winds of 9–19 kts, peaking around 19 kts on Sunday, October 25 with gusts to 31 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 1.9–4.2 m with a period of about 9s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Jetty rocks
- Strong inlet currents
- Rocks
- Sharks
- Coral
- Submerged obstacles
- Submerged boulders near the structure
- Dangerous wakes and currents from boat traffic
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Lifeguards are described as seasonal.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability is limited.
- Emergency Info
- Jupiter Medical Center is the nearest hospital.
- Localism / Vibe
- Moderate — Crowds and local conditions can get active during good swells; expect an informed, athletic surf culture.
Rules of the spot
Surfing is generally permitted, but avoid the active boat channel inside the inlet. Do not surf in the marked swim zones of Dubois Park.
- No surfing in the marked swim zones of Dubois Park.
- Kitesurfing is typically prohibited near the inlet for safety reasons.
- Be wary of the current when the tide is going out—it can pull you right into the inlet or way out to sea.
- The right-hand wave peels directly off the north jetty rocks.
- When offshore, the jetty can groom the sandbars for faster, punchy waves.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Jupiter, Florida
- Nearest Town
- Jupiter
- Parking
- Parking at Dubois Park can fill up quickly on weekends.
- Access
- Beach access at North Jetty (public access primarily through Dubois Park; walk north along the beach to the jetty).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- English
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Various hotels and vacation rentals are available in Jupiter and nearby areas.
- Food & Drink
- Several restaurants are located just across the inlet or a short drive away in Jupiter.
- Equipment Rental:
- Surf shops in Jupiter offer board rentals.
- Gear Storage
- Limited to private facilities or select schools for registered students.
- Gear Repair
- Full-service board repair services are available in the Jupiter area via specialty shops.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
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Open-air tropical restaurant and bar with live music and river views.
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From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Jupiter Inlet North Jetty?
The best overall months at Jupiter Inlet North Jetty are January, February, December. The best wind months are January.
Which wind directions work at Jupiter Inlet North Jetty?
Jupiter Inlet North Jetty works with W, WNW, SW winds. Offshore directions are W, WNW, SW. No-go directions are N, NE, E.
What skill level is Jupiter Inlet North Jetty suitable for?
Jupiter Inlet North Jetty suits these riding levels: Wingfoiling: Advanced · Surfing: Beginner to Advanced.