89°
Partly Sunny
3%
81
Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Stone Harbor
95th St & the Beach, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
Avalon's southern sister — same high dunes, same quiet residential character, plus the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary (a herons-and-egrets rookery) on the south end. Reciprocal beach tags with Avalon. Rare dog-friendly hours on a specific stretch.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
78°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 89. East wind around 10 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
77 /100
great
75 Swim
76 Sunbathe
83 Walk
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 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
89°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
3%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:38 PM
6.2 ft · in 4.4h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · E swell
Water Quality
Clean
3 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
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 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
5:43 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:10 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 12:55 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:38 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:10 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 1:54 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:35 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:07 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 2:51 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:29 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:01 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 3:46 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:21 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:44 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:53 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 4:41 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:12 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:32 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:44 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 5:35 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 6:19 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 12:34 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 6:30 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8536110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Mostly Sunny
0%
81
85°
Sunny
0%
85
95°
Sunny
1%
71
87°
Sunny
2%
83
85°
Mostly Sunny
8%
83
85°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
47
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
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free and metered street parking.
Dogs
Dog walking permitted 80th–122nd St, 7 PM–sunset, Memorial Day Fri through Labor Day; no time restriction off-season.
Entry Fee
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free in-season
Address
95th St & the Beach, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Stone Harbor today?
Stone Harbor 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 Stone Harbor dog-friendly?
Dog walking permitted 80th–122nd St, 7 PM–sunset, Memorial Day Fri through Labor Day; no time restriction off-season.
Is there an entry fee at Stone Harbor?
Pre-season $37, season $42 after Jun 1; weekly $18; daily $10; kids under 12 free in-season
Are there lifeguards at Stone Harbor?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Stone Harbor during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Stone Harbor?
Amenities at Stone Harbor include lifeguards, bird sanctuary, restrooms, family beach.
When is the water warmest at Stone Harbor?
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 Stone Harbor located?
Stone Harbor is in Cape May County, NJ, at 95th St & the Beach, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS