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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
Skip the beach today.
Swim advisory · NWS alert active · 57°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 57. West wind 15 to 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 47. West wind 15 to 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
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 1:11pm est until november 8 at 9:00am est by nws mount holly nj
- 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 92nd and Bay Stone Harbor Yacht Club, 0.8 mi from this beach.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 1:11PM EST until November 8 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Great Egg Inlet to Cape May NJ out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 9 AM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
57°F
Clear
Wind
15 to 20 mph
W
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
6:32 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%
55
64°
Sunny
0%
60
60°
Sunny
0%
58
58°
Chance Light Rain
33%
35
53°
Chance Light Rain
41%
18
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 15 to 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
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.
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