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Sunny
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Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Ocean City NJ
846 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226
"America's Greatest Family Resort" — 8 miles of lifeguarded Atlantic beach, a 2.5-mile boardwalk with amusement parks, arcades, Johnson's Popcorn, and Kohr's frozen custard, and a dry-town family vibe (no alcohol sales). Beach tags required for ages 12+.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 66 in the afternoon. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 56. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°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
73°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
72°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:33 PM
5.3 ft · in 2.2h
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 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:33 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
72°
Sunny
1%
75
79°
Sunny
0%
75
80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
75
76°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
24
63°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
15
65°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
57
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street; paid lots.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Entry Fee
Pre-season $30 thru May 31, season $35; weekly $20; daily $10; kids 11 & under free. Military/veterans free.
Address
846 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Ocean City NJ.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Ocean City NJ from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Ocean City NJ dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Is there an entry fee at Ocean City NJ?
Pre-season $30 thru May 31, season $35; weekly $20; daily $10; kids 11 & under free. Military/veterans free.
Are there lifeguards at Ocean City NJ?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Ocean City NJ during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Ocean City NJ?
Amenities at Ocean City NJ include lifeguards, 2.5-mile boardwalk, amusement parks, arcades, restaurants, restrooms, playgrounds.
When is the water warmest at Ocean City NJ?
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 Ocean City NJ located?
Ocean City NJ is in Cape May County, NJ, at 846 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS