86°
Sunny
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Monmouth County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Manasquan
Ocean Ave, Manasquan, NJ 08736
A mile of Atlantic sand fronted by a small boardwalk, a rock jetty at the inlet that's one of the best surf breaks in NJ, and a walkable downtown. More low-key than Belmar or Point Pleasant next door.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
86°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 86. East wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 69. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
76 /100
great
69 Swim
82 Sunbathe
87 Walk
70 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
86°F
Sunny
Wind
5 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
88°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
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ026 · Issued Jul 12, 8:36 AM
Tomorrow: Low
Barometer
30.19 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
30 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:25 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
88°
Sunny
0%
81
87°
Sunny
0%
82
98°
Sunny
5%
64
88°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
87°
Mostly Sunny
6%
82
87°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
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
Metered street parking; paid lots near the beach.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Entry Fee
Pre-season $40 thru Jun 15; season adult $90, junior (12-16) $45, senior (65+) $35
Address
Ocean Ave, Manasquan, NJ 08736
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Manasquan today?
Manasquan 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 Manasquan dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.
Is there an entry fee at Manasquan?
Pre-season $40 thru Jun 15; season adult $90, junior (12-16) $45, senior (65+) $35
Are there lifeguards at Manasquan?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Manasquan during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Manasquan?
Amenities at Manasquan include lifeguards, boardwalk, inlet jetty, restaurants, bars, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Manasquan?
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 Manasquan located?
Manasquan is in Monmouth County, NJ, at Ocean Ave, Manasquan, NJ 08736.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS