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Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Cape May
America's oldest seaside resort and a National Historic Landmark — a Victorian town of 600+ gingerbread homes, tree-lined streets, the Washington Street pedestrian mall, and lifeguarded Atlantic sand along the Promenade. Regular sunset-watching at Sunset Beach on the Bay side.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 76. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 61. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
70 /100
great
54 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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.
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 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
78°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:33 PM
5.3 ft · in 2.1h
Wave Height
2.6 ft
11s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ024 · Issued Jun 3, 7:16 AM
Tomorrow: Low
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:35 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:15 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:20 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 5:02 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:33 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
78°
Sunny
1%
75
86°
Sunny
0%
75
87°
Sunny
1%
75
83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
24
72°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
28%
28
73°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
24%
65
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 61°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street and paid lots.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach/promenade May 15 – Sep 15. Leashed Sep 15 – May 15.
Entry Fee
Daily ~$10, three-day $20, weekly $25, seasonal $40
Address
Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Cape May.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Cape May from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Cape May dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach/promenade May 15 – Sep 15. Leashed Sep 15 – May 15.
Is there an entry fee at Cape May?
Daily ~$10, three-day $20, weekly $25, seasonal $40
Are there lifeguards at Cape May?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Cape May during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Cape May?
Amenities at Cape May include lifeguards, Promenade, Victorian architecture, Washington Street mall, restaurants, restrooms, bike rentals.
When is the water warmest at Cape May?
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 Cape May located?
Cape May is in Cape May County, NJ, at Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS