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Mostly Sunny
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Atlantic County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic City
Pacific Ave & the Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
The original American boardwalk — six miles of it, open 24/7, free, and fronted by casinos, resorts, theme parks, Boardwalk Hall, and Steel Pier. The ocean beach is also free, lifeguarded in season, with outdoor public showers and ADA beach access mats.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
80°F air · 70°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind around 10 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 70°F water — swimmable, refreshing
85 /100
ideal
86 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
S
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
70°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
5:19 PM
4.4 ft · in 2.6h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
8s · SSE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ025 · Issued Jun 25, 7:34 AM
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:32 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 10:49 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 5:19 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 11:48 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Partly Sunny
8%
82
79°
Rain Showers
87%
42
85°
Mostly Sunny
14%
84
88°
Sunny
1%
82
92°
Mostly Sunny
7%
74
98°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
34
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Casino garages; metered street parking.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on boardwalk and beach Memorial Day – Sep 15. Allowed on boardwalk off-season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Pacific Ave & the Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Atlantic City.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Atlantic City from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Atlantic City dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on boardwalk and beach Memorial Day – Sep 15. Allowed on boardwalk off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Atlantic City?
Entry to Atlantic City is free.
Are there lifeguards at Atlantic City?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Atlantic City during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Atlantic City?
Amenities at Atlantic City include lifeguards, 6-mile boardwalk, outdoor showers, restrooms, ADA access ramps, ADA surf chairs, casinos, restaurants.
When is the water warmest at Atlantic City?
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 Atlantic City located?
Atlantic City is in Atlantic County, NJ, at Pacific Ave & the Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS