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Sunny
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Cape May County, NJ · Atlantic Ocean
Wildwood Crest
Ocean Ave & Trenton Ave, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260
The southern, family-focused section of the Wildwoods — no boardwalk (it ends at Cresse Ave), quieter, residential, still with the signature wide white sand. The Doo-Wop motels along Atlantic Ave are the best-preserved mid-century roadside architecture on the East Coast.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 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
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 1:09pm edt until september 10 at 2:00pm edt by nws mount holly nj
56 /100
good
40 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 1:09PM EDT until September 10 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Sandy Hook to Manasquan Inlet NJ out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Manasquan Inlet to Little Egg Inlet NJ out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Little Egg Inlet to Great Egg Inlet NJ out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Great Egg Inlet to Cape May NJ out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
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
5%
81
79°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
73
79°
Partly Sunny
14%
80
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
69%
19
81°
Mostly Sunny
5%
86
81°
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
Metered; season permits $250 starting Apr 1.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach in-season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Ocean Ave & Trenton Ave, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Wildwood Crest today?
Wildwood Crest 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 Crest dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach in-season.
Is there an entry fee at Wildwood Crest?
Entry to Wildwood Crest is free.
Are there lifeguards at Wildwood Crest?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wildwood Crest during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Wildwood Crest?
Amenities at Wildwood Crest include lifeguards, Doo-Wop motels, restrooms, family beach.
When is the water warmest at Wildwood Crest?
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 Crest located?
Wildwood Crest is in Cape May County, NJ, at Ocean Ave & Trenton Ave, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260.
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