81°
Sunny
0%
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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
Great day for a beach walk.
79°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 15 to 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 74. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
71 /100
great
70 Swim
67 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 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
81°F
Clear
Wind
15 to 20 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:07 PM
6.0 ft · in 50m
Wave Height
3.3 ft
4s · SW swell
Barometer
29.87 inHg
1012 hPa · buoy 44009
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ453)
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 Low
- NJZ026 Coastal Ocean — Long Beach Island Low
- NJZ025 Coastal Atlantic — Atlantic City Low
- NJZ024 Atlantic Coastal Cape May — Ocean City Low
- DEZ004 Delaware Beaches — Rehoboth Beach Low
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:35 AM
Sunset
7:18 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:37 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:44 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 1:37 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:07 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:24 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:35 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 2:30 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:56 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:06 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:21 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 3:19 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:41 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:46 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:05 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 4:06 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:23 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:24 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:46 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 4:50 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:05 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:02 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:27 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 5:35 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:46 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:41 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 12:09 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:20 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8536110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
24%
74
80°
Partly Sunny
12%
84
84°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
69%
20
83°
Mostly Sunny
5%
87
82°
Mostly Sunny
2%
86
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 15 to 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
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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