76°
Sunny
0%
83
Monmouth County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Belmar
507 Ocean Ave, Belmar, NJ 07719
1.3 miles of lifeguarded Monmouth County sand with a classic 1.3-mile boardwalk, bars and restaurants walking distance, and one of the bigger free-parking footprints on the North Shore. Long-time surfing spot with annual pro-am contests.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
76°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 76. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 67. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
81 /100
great
80 Swim
81 Sunbathe
86 Walk
87 Fish
82 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
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
E
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:50 PM
6.1 ft · in 3.6h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
8s · S swell
Barometer
30.19 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
130 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ450)
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
5:36 AM
Sunset
8:26 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:37 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:27 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 12:30 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:50 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:34 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:26 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 1:29 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:46 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:29 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 8:21 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 2:27 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:39 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:22 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:15 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 3:23 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 9:31 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:10 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 10:09 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 4:15 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:22 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:56 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 11:03 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 5:05 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:14 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:57 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 5:55 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8531680, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
0%
83
88°
Sunny
0%
78
93°
Sunny
5%
69
88°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
86°
Mostly Sunny
6%
83
86°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
42
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
2:50 AM - 3:50 AM
Major
10:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Mostly free street parking; paid beachfront meters via ParkMobile at Ocean Ave/North Blvd/Silver Lake/Marina.
Dogs
Licensed leashed dogs permitted Oct 1 – Apr 30 only. Never on the boardwalk in-season (except crossing to beach).
Entry Fee
Season $80, daily $12 (daily tags must be pre-ordered via the Belmar app)
Address
507 Ocean Ave, Belmar, NJ 07719
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Belmar today?
Belmar 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 Belmar dog-friendly?
Licensed leashed dogs permitted Oct 1 – Apr 30 only. Never on the boardwalk in-season (except crossing to beach).
Is there an entry fee at Belmar?
Season $80, daily $12 (daily tags must be pre-ordered via the Belmar app)
Are there lifeguards at Belmar?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Belmar during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Belmar?
Amenities at Belmar include lifeguards, boardwalk, bars, restaurants, restrooms, outdoor showers, fishing pier nearby.
When is the water warmest at Belmar?
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 Belmar located?
Belmar is in Monmouth County, NJ, at 507 Ocean Ave, Belmar, NJ 07719.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS