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Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
North Wildwood
15th Ave & the Beach, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
North end of Wildwood Island with the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse (1874) on its tip — beautiful Victorian grounds, seaside garden, and a distinct quieter feel than Wildwood proper. Free beaches like the rest of the Wildwoods.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Swim advisory · 57°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 57. Northwest wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 48. West wind around 20 mph.
Weather
- 57°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 3.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- Swim advisory — state environmental agency flagged water quality
24 /100
skip
0 Swim
35 Sunbathe
64 Walk
65 Photo
Best for photography today
Swim advisory: Closed for Season
Sampled at 2nd & JFK, 0.3 mi from this beach.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
57°F
Clear
Wind
20 mph
NW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
25 Good
Ozone · South Coastal
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
60°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
7:10 PM
4.9 ft · in 37m
Wave Height
3.9 ft
10s · SSE swell
Barometer
29.88 inHg
1012 hPa · buoy 44009
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 4mo ago: clean
USGS · not a current condition
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
4:52 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:25 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:51 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 1:04 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:10 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:04 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:32 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 1:47 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:53 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:41 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:12 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 2:27 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:33 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:18 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:49 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 3:05 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:11 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:55 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:27 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 3:44 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:50 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:33 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:05 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 4:24 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:30 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:13 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 10:45 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 5:06 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:11 PM | High | 4.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8536110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Sunny
1%
47
60°
Sunny
0%
47
64°
Sunny
0%
60
60°
Sunny
0%
58
58°
Chance Light Rain
33%
35
53°
Chance Light Rain
41%
15
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- critical Skip the swim Active swim advisory from MD DOE
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 57°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Mix of free street and paid meters.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach in-season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
15th Ave & the Beach, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at North Wildwood today?
North Wildwood 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 North Wildwood dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach in-season.
Is there an entry fee at North Wildwood?
Entry to North Wildwood is free.
Are there lifeguards at North Wildwood?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol North Wildwood during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at North Wildwood?
Amenities at North Wildwood include lifeguards, Hereford Inlet Lighthouse, garden, boardwalk connection, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at North Wildwood?
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 North Wildwood located?
North Wildwood is in Cape May County, NJ, at 15th Ave & the Beach, North Wildwood, NJ 08260.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS