Coastal Ocean Beach Report For The Fourth Of July, 2017

The National Weather Service is calling for a nice beach day at the Jersey Shore.

Expect partly sunny skies, with highs in the mid-70s. Isolated showers are possible. Winds will be from the northeast at 5 to 10 miles per hour.

There's a low risk of rip currents, but they can still occur, especially near jetties and other structures. Always swim within sight of lifeguards and never swim along or at night. The NWS suggests you bring a floatation device with you in the water.

Wave heights will be around 2 feet with southeasterly swells of 2 feet. The surf temperature is still cold at 66 degrees.

The ultraviolet index is a 9, which the National Weather Service considers very high.

Low tide at Barnegat Inlet rolled in at 11:13 a.m. High tide will arrive at 5:28 p.m., followed by another low tide at 11:56 p.m.

Image: Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol