NJ beach weather & waves: Jersey Shore Report for Thursday, Aug. 7 Dan Zarrow Published: August 7, 2025 Red flag flies on the beach in Asbury Park (Gino D)
Advisories
HIGH RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
At the Shore
Current conditions and forecast as of Thu morning Rip Current Risk High Waves 2 - 4 feet Winds From the East
12 - 15 mph ( Gust 21 mph)
10 - 13 knots ( Gust 18 knots) Ocean Temperature 74° - 78°
( Normal 72° - 74°) Air Temperature 75° - 80° Sunrise/Sunset 5:59am - 8:05pm UV Index 8 (Very High)