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Beach Weather in Cape May Beach, Cape May, United States

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11°
 
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16°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Cape May Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 13° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 5%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 33kmh from the South-Southwest. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Cape May Beach faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:09 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Cape May Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 2 days of moderate rain with an average of 7.4mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 6.5mm of rain and Sunday will have 8.3mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 100%.

CAPE MAY BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 19th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 22° 26° 34° 33° 24° 20°
0% 4% 7% 1% 0% 0% 9% 19%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 20th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 21° 23° 23° 22° 19°
5% 6% 6% 8% 6% 10% 86% 55%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.5mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Thu 21st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 16° 15° 15° 13° 13° 13°
71% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 91%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 1.1mm 0.9mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Fri 22nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12°
78% 91% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.5mm 1.1mm 1.1mm 0.9mm 0.7mm 0.4mm 1.6mm 3.6mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 23rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 13° 13° 13°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
1.6mm 0.8mm 1.3mm 0.5mm 1.0mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.6mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 13° 13° 13° 13° 14°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
1.4mm 2.1mm 2.6mm 1.8mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 14° 15° 15° 15° 15°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 94%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 19th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
18
kmh
25
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
1.2m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.1m
1.3m
0.9m
8.3s 8.8s 8.8s 8.7s 8.6s 8.6s 8.6s 8.4s
Wed 20th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
24
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
0.8m
1.1m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
0.9m
8.3s 8.1s 8.0s 5.8s 8.1s 8.5s 9.3s 5.4s
Thu 21st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
4
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
28
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.3m
5.6s 5.7s 5.8s 5.7s 5.7s 5.7s 8.8s 8.6s
Fri 22nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
8.4s 14.1s 13.8s 13.8s 13.8s 13.5s 13.5s 13.5s
Sat 23rd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
29
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
1.4m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
13.5s 13.4s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s
Sun 24th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
31
kmh
35
kmh
40
kmh
38
kmh
34
kmh
35
kmh
34
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.5m
1.6m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.2m
13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s 13.3s
Mon 25th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
1.0m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
13.3s 10.4s 9.1s 9.2s 9.1s 9.0s 8.8s 8.6s
Tue 19th May
2:53 AM 9:00 AM 3:12 PM 9:47 PM
1.48 0.58 1.65 0.51
Wed 20th May
3:52 AM 10:03 AM 4:13 PM 10:41 PM
1.51 0.56 1.62 0.48
Thu 21st May
4:52 AM 11:07 AM 5:16 PM 11:36 PM
1.58 0.51 1.63 0.44
Fri 22nd May
5:51 AM 12:08 PM 6:16 PM
1.69 0.43 1.67
Sat 23rd May
12:27 AM 6:46 AM 1:05 PM 7:11 PM
0.37 1.82 0.32 1.72
Sun 24th May
1:16 AM 7:37 AM 1:58 PM 8:03 PM
0.29 1.96 0.22 1.77
Mon 25th May
2:04 AM 8:25 AM 2:48 PM 8:51 PM
0.21 2.08 0.13 1.82
Tue 19th May
36°
0.0mm
14kmh SW
5%
Wed 20th May
24°
1.5mm
15kmh WSW
22%
Thu 21st May
16°
2.1mm
22kmh NE
95%
Fri 22nd May
12°
9.9mm
28kmh E
96%
Sat 23rd May
13°
6.5mm
33kmh E
100%
Sun 24th May
13°
8.3mm
40kmh E
100%
Mon 25th May
15°
0.5mm
24kmh ENE
99%
Tue 26th May
19°
3.1mm
10kmh SSW
89%
Wed 27th May
23°
2.1mm
17kmh SSW
53%
Thu 28th May
23°
1.7mm
15kmh WNW
34%
Fri 29th May
17°
0.7mm
30kmh NNE
90%
Sat 30th May
15°
2.0mm
29kmh ENE
100%
Sun 31st May
18°
4.1mm
15kmh E
99%
Mon 1st June
21°
1.9mm
16kmh WSW
70%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Cape May Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 13 days of light rain with an average of 3.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 75%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Cape May Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Cape May Beach, Cape May, New Jersey

Cape May Beach is a popular destination located in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States. Known for its picturesque setting and charming atmosphere, this beach is a perfect holiday spot for families and couples alike.

Beach Type

Cape May Beach features fine yellow sand that is soft and comfortable to walk on. While it doesn't have the powdery white sand found in some other beach destinations, it's still a lovely beach to relax on and enjoy various activities.

Snorkeling and Diving

While Cape May Beach does not have rocks or a reef directly along its shoreline, there are several nearby locations where you can enjoy snorkeling or diving. The Cape May Reef is located just a few miles offshore and provides an excellent habitat for fish and marine life. You can book snorkeling or diving excursions through local tour operators to experience the underwater beauty of the area.

Recommended Beach Activities

Popular beach activities at Cape May Beach include:

  • Sunbathing: With its fine yellow sand and beautiful views, sunbathing on the beach is a favorite pastime of visitors.
  • Swimming: The waters at Cape May Beach are generally calm and welcoming for swimmers of all ages.
  • Surfing: Although not as famous as other surf spots on the East Coast, Cape May does offer some decent waves for surfing enthusiasts during certain times of the year.
  • Beachcombing: Strolling along the shoreline looking for shells and other treasures is a relaxing way to spend your time at the beach.
  • Birdwatching: The area around Cape May is home to many migratory birds; taking time to observe them can be both educational and enjoyable.

Accommodations

There are several beach resorts and hotels near Cape May Beach that cater to various budgets. Some popular options include:

  • Congress Hall: A historic luxury hotel located just steps from the beach.
  • The Star Inn: A charming bed and breakfast with a variety of room styles, including suites with private porches.
  • La Mer Beachfront Resort: Offering oceanfront rooms and suites with balconies overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

For a more budget-friendly option, you can also find numerous vacation rentals and charming guesthouses in Cape May.

Beach Amenities

Some of the amenities at Cape May Beach include:

  • Public restrooms
  • Shower facilities
  • Beach chair and umbrella rentals
  • Snack bars and food concessions
  • Lifeguards on duty during the summer season

With its beautiful beach, charming atmosphere, and variety of activities, Cape May Beach is an excellent destination for a memorable holiday.

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