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Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Wildwood
Boardwalk & Spencer Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
The Wildwoods' centerpiece — 2.5-mile boardwalk packed with amusement piers (Morey's), arcades, fried-food stands, and the famous wide white-sand beach (so wide the tram takes you out to the water). No beach fees in the Wildwoods, ever.
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
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. Southwest 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 2.2h
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
5:35 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°
Mostly Sunny
1%
75
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
24
71°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
29%
20
74°
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
Free west of NJ Ave; metered along Pacific.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Entry Fee
Free (all Wildwoods beaches are free)
Address
Boardwalk & Spencer Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Wildwood.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Wildwood from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Wildwood dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Is there an entry fee at Wildwood?
Entry to Wildwood is free.
Are there lifeguards at Wildwood?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wildwood during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Wildwood?
Amenities at Wildwood include lifeguards, 2.5-mile boardwalk, Morey's Piers, arcades, restaurants, restrooms, beach tram.
When is the water warmest at Wildwood?
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 Wildwood located?
Wildwood is in Cape May County, NJ, at Boardwalk & Spencer Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS