New Hampshire
Best window·Tuesday 11AM–2PM·3ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Linkys, New Hampshire. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 3–4ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 3-4ft waves on SE swell at 10s and barely a breath of wind. Onshore flow builds through the day to 10mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Wed, Jul 1: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions with gentle SSW breeze.
Thu, Jul 2: 2–3ft, 10s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor - fair with 7mph from the W.
Fri, Jul 3: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Not the most exciting day — 2ft and poor - fair conditions with 8mph W winds.
Sat, Jul 4: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 2-3ft and poor - fair with gentle W breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 15mph by PM.
Linkys is a raw and rewarding beach break tucked along New Hampshire's compact but spirited coastline, picking up northeast swells that funnel into the area with surprising power during fall and winter storm systems. The spot faces WNW into a sheltered orientation that rewards surfers when the right combination of east to northeast groundswell and offshore winds align, producing punchy, hollow peaks that can surprise even seasoned surfers. New Hampshire's surf scene is tight-knit and dedicated, and Linkys reflects that spirit — a local gem that rewards those willing to brave cold North Atlantic water temperatures.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Linkys is 2-3ft with a 9.5s swell period. Wind is SE at 7mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Linkys is 2-3ft, produced by a 1ft SE primary swell at 10s, a 0.4ft SSE wind swell swell at 2s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Linkys is Tuesday from 11 AM to 2 PM with 3ft waves, a 9.5s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Linkys works best with a ENE swell and WNW winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Linkys. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Linkys is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Linkys is a raw and rewarding beach break tucked along New Hampshire's compact but spirited coastline, picking up northeast swells that funnel into the area with surprising power during fall and winter storm systems. The spot faces WNW into a sheltered orientation that rewards surfers when the right combination of east to northeast groundswell and offshore winds align, producing punchy, hollow peaks that can surprise even seasoned surfers. New Hampshire's surf scene is tight-knit and dedicated, and Linkys reflects that spirit — a local gem that rewards those willing to brave cold North Atlantic water temperatures.
The prime season at Linkys is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Linkys include cold water, strong currents, rocky shoreline, localism, rip currents, shore break. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Linkys forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
