Cape May, Atlantic Ocean Marine Forecast
New Jersey · 38.930°, -74.935° · National Weather Service
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7-Day Marine Outlook
Wind, temperature, and conditions for Cape May, Atlantic Ocean.
About the marine forecast for Cape May, Atlantic Ocean
This is the National Weather Service forecast for Cape May, Atlantic Ocean (New Jersey), covering wind, wave height, temperature, and conditions over the coming week. Wind and seas are what make or break a day on the water, so start there. Remember that gusts, not the average, are what knock you around, and that wind blowing against the tide stacks the seas up steeper than the numbers suggest. Wave height here is the significant wave height, so some individual waves come through taller.
Planning a trip out of Cape May, Atlantic Ocean? Pair this with the Cape May, Atlantic Ocean tide chart so you've got the water and the weather in one look.
Frequently asked
What is the wind forecast for Cape May, Atlantic Ocean today?+
Today at Cape May, Atlantic Ocean, expect wind from the SW at 10 to 20 mph, with slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms. See the hourly breakdown above for how it changes through the day.
Where does this Cape May, Atlantic Ocean marine forecast come from?+
It's the official National Weather Service point forecast for Cape May, Atlantic Ocean's coordinates, covering wind, temperature, and conditions for the next 7 days. It's the same data marine forecasts are built on.
Is it a good day to go boating at Cape May, Atlantic Ocean?+
Check the wind first — it's what makes or breaks a day on the water — then the conditions and any advisories. Match the forecast to your boat and experience, tell someone your plan, and always leave yourself a way back.
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