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Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey

Beach · Wildwood Crest, New Jersey

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 62°F (17°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy CMAN4 (6.5 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy CMAN4, as of Oct 20, 5:18 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for New Jersey yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

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It’s 62°F at Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Editor's Notes
The Wildwoods are famous for two things: beaches so wide it can be a quarter-mile walk to the water, and the largest concentration of 1950s 'Doo-Wop' neon motels in the country.

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Weather at Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey

56°F, Clear · H 65° / L 54° · 4% chance of rain
H: 65° L: 54°
Clear
Clear
56°
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Feels like 46°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
65%
Wind
16 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
Clear
56°
3 AM
Clear
56°
6 AM
Clear
55°
9 AM
Sunny
55°
12 PM
Sunny
62°
3 PM
Sunny
65°
6 PM
Sunny
62°
9 PM
Clear
58°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey?
Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey is a beach in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey.
What is the water temperature at Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey is 62°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy CMAN4, 6.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey rated?
Wildwood Crest Beach New Jersey in Wildwood Crest, New Jersey has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 670 reviews.

Location & Contact

Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260

Wildwood Crest, New Jersey 08260

🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
  • ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
  • ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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