Ocean County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean

Beach Haven (LBI)

The southern hub of Long Beach Island — restaurants, bars, the Fantasy Island amusement park, the Bay Village shops, and miles of lifeguarded Atlantic sand. Beach Haven has LBI's best-known boardwalk-style scene (though technically no continuous boardwalk). Free Wednesdays — no badge needed.

Eats & Drinks 37 Stay 26 Charters & Tours 6 Shops 2 Rentals 2

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

25 mph wind · 80°F air · 75°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind 20 to 25 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Southwest wind 20 to 25 mph.

Weather

80°F air — ideal beach weather
25 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

75°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

67 /100

good

68 Swim

59 Sunbathe

77 Walk

72 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.

NOAA station 8534720 · Observed 2.48 ft · Predicted 1.79 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

80°F

Mostly Sunny

Wind

20 to 25 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

7 High

High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~29m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

82°F

Mostly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

75°F

Swimming weather

Wave Height

3.3 ft

4s · SW swell

Rip Current Risk

Low

NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ026 · Issued Sep 9, 3:16 AM

Tomorrow: Moderate

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:32 AM

Sunset

7:16 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
12:36 AM	Low	0.1 ft
6:39 AM	High	4.4 ft
12:37 PM	Low	0.1 ft
6:59 PM	High	5.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:22 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
7:29 AM	High	4.7 ft
1:30 PM	Low	-0.0 ft
7:47 PM	High	5.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:05 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
8:14 AM	High	4.9 ft
2:18 PM	Low	-0.1 ft
8:31 PM	High	5.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:45 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
8:56 AM	High	5.0 ft
3:04 PM	Low	0.0 ft
9:12 PM	High	4.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:22 AM	Low	0.1 ft
9:37 AM	High	5.0 ft
3:47 PM	Low	0.2 ft
9:52 PM	High	4.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:59 AM	Low	0.3 ft
10:17 AM	High	4.9 ft
4:33 PM	Low	0.5 ft
10:33 PM	High	4.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:37 AM	Low	0.6 ft
10:59 AM	High	4.7 ft
5:21 PM	Low	0.8 ft
11:16 PM	High	3.9 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8534720, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

80°

Mostly Sunny

Thu Sep 10

82°

Mostly Sunny

Fri Sep 11

77°

Mostly Sunny

Sat Sep 12

76°

Mostly Sunny

Sun Sep 13

79°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

64%

Mon Sep 14

78°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

78°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 to 25 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 75°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Street and paid lots.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on beach in-season.

Entry Fee

Pre-season $40 (thru Jun 5), season $50, weekly $25, daily $10, senior (65+) $12. Free Wednesdays. Veterans free w/ ID.

Address

7th St & Bay Ave, Beach Haven, NJ 08008

Amenities

lifeguardsamusement parkshoppingrestaurantsbarsrestrooms

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Beach Haven (LBI) today?

Beach Haven (LBI) 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 Beach Haven (LBI) dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited on beach in-season.

Is there an entry fee at Beach Haven (LBI)?

Pre-season $40 (thru Jun 5), season $50, weekly $25, daily $10, senior (65+) $12. Free Wednesdays. Veterans free w/ ID.

Are there lifeguards at Beach Haven (LBI)?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Beach Haven (LBI) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Beach Haven (LBI)?

Amenities at Beach Haven (LBI) include lifeguards, amusement park, shopping, restaurants, bars, restrooms.

When is the water warmest at Beach Haven (LBI)?

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 Beach Haven (LBI) located?

Beach Haven (LBI) is in Ocean County, NJ, at 7th St & Bay Ave, Beach Haven, NJ 08008.