Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean

Wildwood

Boardwalk & Spencer Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260

The Wildwoods' centerpiece — 2.5-mile boardwalk packed with amusement piers (Morey's), arcades, fried-food stands, and the famous wide white-sand beach (so wide the tram takes you out to the water). No beach fees in the Wildwoods, ever.

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Today's Conditions

Ideal for a beach walk.

79°F water · 82°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 82. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 74. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph.

Weather

82°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

80 /100

great

79 Swim

78 Sunbathe

85 Walk

80 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.

NOAA station 8536110 · Observed 1.23 ft · Predicted 0.69 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

82°F

Clear

Wind

15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~25m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

85°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

Rip Current Risk

Low

NWS SRF · PHI · NJZ024 · Issued Sep 9, 3:16 AM

Tomorrow: Moderate

Barometer

29.87 inHg

1012 hPa · buoy 44009

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

Today Sep 9

82°

Sunny

Thu Sep 10

85°

Mostly Sunny

Fri Sep 11

80°

Chance Rain Showers

25%

Sat Sep 12

81°

Partly Sunny

13%

Sun Sep 13

84°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

69%

Mon Sep 14

83°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

83°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Free west of NJ Ave; metered along Pacific.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.

Entry Fee

Free (all Wildwoods beaches are free)

Address

Boardwalk & Spencer Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260

Amenities

lifeguards2.5-mile boardwalkMorey's Piersarcadesrestaurantsrestroomsbeach tram

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Wildwood today?

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 Wildwood dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited on beach/boardwalk in-season.

Is there an entry fee at Wildwood?

Entry to Wildwood is free.

Are there lifeguards at Wildwood?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wildwood during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Wildwood?

Amenities at Wildwood include lifeguards, 2.5-mile boardwalk, Morey's Piers, arcades, restaurants, restrooms, beach tram.

When is the water warmest at 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 Wildwood located?

Wildwood is in Cape May County, NJ, at Boardwalk & Spencer Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260.