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Cape May County, NJ · Delaware Bay
Villas
Bayshore Rd & Delaware Ave, Villas, NJ 08251
A working-class Lower Township community on the Delaware Bay with free public access to the beach from every east-west street. Calm Bay water (no Atlantic surf), fantastic sunsets over the Bay, and legendary horseshoe crab spawning in May-June.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
81°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
80 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
81°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
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:27 PM
5.2 ft · in 3.8h
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
87°
Mostly Sunny
5%
82
83°
Showers And Thunderstorms
88%
15
88°
Mostly Sunny
12%
84
83°
Sunny
1%
82
86°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
91°
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
Free street parking.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Bayshore Rd & Delaware Ave, Villas, NJ 08251
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Villas.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Villas from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Villas dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted.
Is there an entry fee at Villas?
Entry to Villas is free.
Are there lifeguards at Villas?
No lifeguards are stationed at Villas. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Villas?
Amenities at Villas include beach access, horseshoe crab viewing.
When is the water warmest at Villas?
Delaware Bay peaks in July and August at roughly 76-80°F — warmer and calmer than the open Atlantic. Comfortable swimming mid-June through September.
Where is Villas located?
Villas is in Cape May County, NJ, at Bayshore Rd & Delaware Ave, Villas, NJ 08251.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS