85°
Partly Sunny
4%
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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.
78°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 85. East wind 10 to 15 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
77 /100
great
75 Swim
76 Sunbathe
84 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
85°F
Clear
Wind
10 to 15 mph
E
Rain
4%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°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
84°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
84°
Sunny
0%
85
92°
Sunny
1%
77
88°
Sunny
2%
83
87°
Mostly Sunny
8%
82
87°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
46
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°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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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS