Ocean County Beach Weather: Sunny Skies, Low Rip Current Risk

The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies today, but cool air temperatures at Ocean County beaches.

The ocean water temperature may actually be warmer than the air. Highs today will only be in the mid-70s. The surf temperature is 77 degrees.

There's a low risk of rip currents, but rips can still occur near jetties and other structures. Always swim on a guarded beach and never swim alone or at night. The NWS suggests you bring a flotation device with you in the water.

Waves will be a little choppy, from 3 feet to 4 feet, with light swells. Winds will be from the northeast at 10 to 15 miles per hour.

The ultraviolet index today is a 7, which the National Weather Service considers high. There is no lightning threat.

High tide at Barnegat Inlet will arrive at 12:46 p.m., followed by a low tide at 7:08 p.m.

Photo: Patricia A. Miller