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.

Eats & Drinks 124 Stay 94 Shops 17 Charters & Tours 3

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 46. 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

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0 Swim

35 Sunbathe

64 Walk

65 Photo

Best for photography today

Swim advisory: Closed for Season

Sampled at Montgomery, 0.3 mi from this beach.

NJDEP Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

57°F

Clear

Wind

20 mph

Rain

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

61°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

Today Nov 7

57°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

61°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

61°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

64°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

60°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

58°

Chance Light Rain

33%

Fri Nov 13

54°

Chance Light Rain

41%

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

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.