Wind can be tricky with jet boats. I would say there is a limit but it is highly personal based on boat and pilot capability.
Personally, I find it is all in the preparation.
Some things to consider:
1. Know the wind direction before you dock. This is important because it will dictate how you should approach.
2.. Keep the bow into the wind as much as you can in your approach as you will have the most control and least wind effect.
3.. Think of the wind as another actor of force. An example, if the wind coming at the dock, let it push you to the dock. If the wind is pushing you away from the dock, approach the dock bow on and let your line deckhand step off, cleat and bring the rear around in reverse.
4.. Consider that you will always have to be in motion so just plan continuous arcs of motion to get you to the dock. This is where trouble starts when you have to pause for external reasons. (Other boats, etc.) Plan a set of arcs of a holding pattern with each arc keeping your bow into the wind.
Lastly, as a pilot sometimes you need to abandon the concept of a greaser landing and just focus on a landing. Throw out your fenders and just make contact with the dock and have someone ready with the lines to get off.
