75°
Mostly Sunny
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Ocean County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park
208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
The northern tip of Long Beach Island, anchored by "Old Barney" — the 1859 lighthouse you can climb (217 steps to the top) for panoramic views of LBI, Barnegat Bay, and Island Beach across the inlet. Small Atlantic beach, a 1,033-foot ADA fishing jetty, and a maritime-forest trail.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
75°F air · 70°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 70°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
86 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
78 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
79°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 · NJZ026 · Issued Jun 25, 7:34 AM
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:29 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
79°
Partly Sunny
11%
82
76°
Rain Showers
84%
41
78°
Mostly Sunny
12%
82
80°
Sunny
1%
82
84°
Mostly Sunny
9%
82
88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
44
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Minor
1:40 AM - 2:40 AM
Major
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free state park lot.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted in park areas; not in lighthouse.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Barnegat Lighthouse State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Barnegat Lighthouse State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted in park areas; not in lighthouse.
Is there an entry fee at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
Entry to Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
Amenities at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park include lighthouse (climb), fishing jetty (ADA), maritime forest trail, picnic shelters, restrooms, beach (unguarded).
When is the water warmest at Barnegat Lighthouse State Park?
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 Barnegat Lighthouse State Park located?
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park is in Ocean County, NJ, at 208 Broadway, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS