84°
Partly Sunny
6%
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Cumberland County, NJ · Delaware Bay
Gandy's Beach
Gandys Beach Rd, Downe Township, NJ 08302
A remote Cumberland County Bay community — horseshoe crab sanctuary and Nature Conservancy-protected shoreline. Unpaved access roads flood at high tide; narrow beach with sweeping Bay sunsets. Closed May 7 – Jun 7 during crab spawning.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 84. East wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
83 /100
great
83 Swim
81 Sunbathe
85 Walk
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.9 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
84°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:57 PM
7.0 ft · in 5.7h
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:44 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:58 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:34 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 2:50 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:57 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:58 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:33 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 3:50 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:54 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:53 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:30 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 4:48 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 10:50 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:45 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:25 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 5:43 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:43 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:35 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:19 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 6:36 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:35 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 7:22 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:11 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 7:29 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:26 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 8:08 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:03 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 8:22 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8537121, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Mostly Sunny
0%
86
85°
Sunny
0%
85
93°
Sunny
2%
75
90°
Sunny
2%
81
88°
Mostly Sunny
8%
81
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
42
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Limited roadside parking.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted outside closure window.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Gandys Beach Rd, Downe Township, NJ 08302
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Gandy's Beach today?
Gandy's Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Gandy's Beach dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted outside closure window.
Is there an entry fee at Gandy's Beach?
Entry to Gandy's Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Gandy's Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Gandy's Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Gandy's Beach?
Amenities at Gandy's Beach include beach access, wildlife viewing.
When is the water warmest at Gandy's Beach?
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 Gandy's Beach located?
Gandy's Beach is in Cumberland County, NJ, at Gandys Beach Rd, Downe Township, NJ 08302.
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