87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
63%
17
Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Stone Harbor
95th St & the Beach, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
Avalon's southern sister — same high dunes, same quiet residential character, plus the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary (a herons-and-egrets rookery) on the south end. Reciprocal beach tags with Avalon. Rare dog-friendly hours on a specific stretch.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 63% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 9pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 63% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.2ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 21 at 4:46pm edt until july 23 at 2:00am edt by nws mount holly nj
9 /100
skip
0 Swim
28 Sunbathe
1 Walk
23 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.5 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 21 at 4:46PM EDT until July 23 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft. * WHERE...Portions of Atlantic coastal waters. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Weather alert in effect
Tornado Watch issued July 21 at 2:46PM EDT until July 21 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Light Rain
Wind
15 mph
S
Rain
63%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:22 PM
0.9 ft · in 3m
Wave Height
5.2 ft
6s · SSE swell
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 3w ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ453)
The PHI office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NJZ014 Eastern Monmouth — Sandy Hook Moderate
- NJZ026 Coastal Ocean — Long Beach Island Moderate
- NJZ025 Coastal Atlantic — Atlantic City Moderate
- NJZ024 Atlantic Coastal Cape May — Ocean City Moderate
- DEZ004 Delaware Beaches — Rehoboth Beach Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:49 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 47%
First Quarter
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| 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 |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:19 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 6:13 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 12:00 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:40 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:11 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 7:04 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 12:49 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 7:27 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:51 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 1:35 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:11 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8536110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
73%
14
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
24%
77
81°
Sunny
6%
85
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
29%
69
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
20%
81
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 63% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free and metered street parking.
Dogs
Dog walking permitted 80th–122nd St, 7 PM–sunset, Memorial Day Fri through Labor Day; no time restriction off-season.
Entry Fee
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free in-season
Address
95th St & the Beach, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Stone Harbor today?
Stone Harbor 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 Stone Harbor dog-friendly?
Dog walking permitted 80th–122nd St, 7 PM–sunset, Memorial Day Fri through Labor Day; no time restriction off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Stone Harbor?
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free in-season
Are there lifeguards at Stone Harbor?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Stone Harbor during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Stone Harbor?
Amenities at Stone Harbor include lifeguards, bird sanctuary, restrooms, family beach.
When is the water warmest at Stone Harbor?
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 Stone Harbor located?
Stone Harbor is in Cape May County, NJ, at 95th St & the Beach, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS