New Hampshire
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.
Sat, May 16: 4–5ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 4-5ft waves on ESE swell at 10s and glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 11mph.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on SSE swell at 6s with 7mph from the SW. Onshore flow builds through the day to 15mph, bringing conditions down to fair.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with light ESE winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 13mph.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with moderate SW wind around 8mph.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with moderate WSW wind around 10mph. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 16mph.
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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 4-5ft with a 10.1s swell period. Wind is WSW at 8mph 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 4-5ft, produced by a 3.9ft ESE primary swell at 10s. 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 Saturday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 5ft waves, a 9.6s 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
