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Mostly Sunny
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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.
79°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
85 /100
ideal
86 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 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
79°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 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
85°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:27 PM
5.2 ft · in 3.8h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
8s · SSE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ024 · Issued Jun 25, 7:34 AM
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:35 AM
Sunset
8:29 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:56 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 11:49 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:27 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
88%
15
87°
Mostly Sunny
13%
84
85°
Sunny
1%
82
89°
Mostly Sunny
3%
74
93°
Mostly Sunny
14%
74
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).
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