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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.
76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
77 /100
great
68 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
SE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:21 PM
4.5 ft · in 57m
Wave Height
2.6 ft
11s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ025 · Issued Jun 3, 7:16 AM
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:32 AM
Sunset
8:19 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:17 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:13 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 3:50 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 10:21 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Sunny
1%
75
85°
Sunny
0%
75
86°
Mostly Sunny
3%
75
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
59%
24
67°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
13
69°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
47
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
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