89°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
22%
74
Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Avalon
30th St & the Beach, Avalon, NJ 08202
"Cooler by a Mile" — Avalon juts a mile further east into the Atlantic than neighboring towns, catching cooler breezes. Quiet residential streets, the tallest natural dunes on the Jersey Shore protecting the beaches, and lifeguarded family sand. Reciprocal beach tags with Stone Harbor.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
78°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 22% rain — pop-up showers possible
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
63 /100
good
56 Swim
66 Sunbathe
74 Walk
77 Photo
Best for photography 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
89°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
E
Rain
22%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:38 PM
6.2 ft · in 4.4h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · E swell
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ024 · Issued Jul 12, 8:36 AM
Tomorrow: Low
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:42 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:10 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 12:55 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:38 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:10 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 1:54 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:35 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:07 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 2:51 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:29 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:01 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 3:46 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:21 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:44 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:53 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 4:41 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:12 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:32 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:44 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 5:35 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 6:19 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 12:34 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 6:30 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8536110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Mostly Sunny
0%
83
85°
Sunny
0%
85
95°
Sunny
1%
71
88°
Sunny
2%
83
86°
Mostly Sunny
11%
82
86°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
46
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free and metered street parking.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk/dunes Mar 1 – Sep 30.
Entry Fee
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free May 23 – Sep 7
Address
30th St & the Beach, Avalon, NJ 08202
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Avalon today?
Avalon 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 Avalon dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk/dunes Mar 1 – Sep 30.
Is there an entry fee at Avalon?
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free May 23 – Sep 7
Are there lifeguards at Avalon?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Avalon during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Avalon?
Amenities at Avalon include lifeguards, tall dunes, boardwalk (partial), restrooms, family beach.
When is the water warmest at Avalon?
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 Avalon located?
Avalon is in Cape May County, NJ, at 30th St & the Beach, Avalon, NJ 08202.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS