84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
72%
15
Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Avalon
30th St & the Beach, Avalon, NJ 08202
"Cooler by a Mile" — Avalon juts a mile further east into the Atlantic than neighboring towns, catching cooler breezes. Quiet residential streets, the tallest natural dunes on the Jersey Shore protecting the beaches, and lifeguarded family sand. Reciprocal beach tags with Stone Harbor.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
72% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 5am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 72% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 3.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — tornado watch issued july 18 at 1:55pm edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws mount holly nj
8 /100
skip
0 Swim
26 Sunbathe
0 Walk
22 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.8 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 2:13AM EDT until July 19 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Sandy Hook to Manasquan Inlet NJ out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Manasquan Inlet to Little Egg Inlet NJ out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Little Egg Inlet to Great Egg Inlet NJ out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Great Egg Inlet to Cape May NJ out 20 NM. * WHEN...From noon today to 4 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Weather alert in effect
Tornado Watch issued July 18 at 1:55PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
S
Rain
72%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 01 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.9 ft
5s · S swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ024 · Issued Jul 18, 7:42 PM
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 6:19 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 12:34 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 6:30 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 7:05 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 1:25 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 7:26 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:39 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 7:52 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 2:17 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 8:23 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:31 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 8:38 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 3:10 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 9:22 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:24 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 9:26 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:04 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 10:22 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:21 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 10:17 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 4:58 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 11:22 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:18 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 11:08 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 5:50 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8536110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
13%
82
84°
Sunny
1%
86
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
69%
16
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
7
80°
Chance Rain Showers
27%
71
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
79
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 72% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free and metered street parking.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk/dunes Mar 1 – Sep 30.
Entry Fee
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free May 23 – Sep 7
Address
30th St & the Beach, Avalon, NJ 08202
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Avalon today?
Avalon shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Avalon dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk/dunes Mar 1 – Sep 30.
Is there an entry fee at Avalon?
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free May 23 – Sep 7
Are there lifeguards at Avalon?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Avalon during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Avalon?
Amenities at Avalon include lifeguards, tall dunes, boardwalk (partial), restrooms, family beach.
When is the water warmest at Avalon?
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 Avalon located?
Avalon is in Cape May County, NJ, at 30th St & the Beach, Avalon, NJ 08202.
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