Sandy Hook Beach Conditions Today
Live water temperature, tides, waves, and UV for Sandy Hook Beach, New Jersey
Updated 4:00 AM EDT
Current conditions
Best time to go today
Morning
6 AM – 11 AM
78/100
- 62°F, wind 9 mph
- Low UV (2)
- Clear skies
Midday
11 AM – 3 PM
75/100
- 63°F, wind 13 mph
- Moderate UV (5)
Afternoon
3 PM – 7 PM
78/100
- 64°F, wind 16 mph
- Moderate UV (4)
- Clear skies
Best for
Today's tide schedule
| Tide | Time EDT | Height |
|---|---|---|
| ⬇️ Low | 3:55 AM | 0.4 ft |
| ⬆️ High | 10:03 AM | 5.6 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 4:31 PM | 0.4 ft |
| ⬆️ High | 10:26 PM | 4.6 ft |
Predictions from NOAA station Sandy Hook, Fort Hancock · 2.5 km away.
About Sandy Hook Beach
Sandy Hook Beach sits on the New Jersey coast, where the water runs from about 41°F in January to 77°F in July.
The water averages above 70°F in July, August and September — 3 months of the year — peaking around 77°F in July and dropping to about 41°F in January.
Today it is 65°F. That is right on the October average of 65°F for this beach.
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Sandy Hook, Fort Hancock about 2.5 km away on the open coast.
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good beach day at Sandy Hook Beach?
We score today 78 out of 100 — good. The best window is morning (6 AM – 11 AM).
How warm is the water at Sandy Hook Beach?
About 65°F. That is right on the October average of 65°F for this beach.
Where do the tide times on this page come from?
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Sandy Hook, Fort Hancock about 2.5 km away on the open coast.