Rough Seas Today, Along With A Moderate Rip Current Risk

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ - The National Weather Service is calling for pretty choppy seas today, with waves of 4 to 5 feet and a moderate risk of rip currents.

If you are planning on swimming, be sure to check with your local beach patrol about any problem areas. The Beach Haven Beach Patrol has already enforced a knee-deep restriction on swimmers. Never ever swim alone or at night and never swim on an unguarded beach. The NWS suggest you bring a flotation device with you. There have been a number of ocean drownings this summer. You don't want to add your name to the list.

The ocean water temperature is 79 degrees, about the warmest its been all summer. Swells will be from the east at 3 feet.

Highs will only be in the mid 70s. The good news is there is no lightning threat. Winds will be from the northeast at 15 miles per hour. The ultraviolet index is an 8, which the NWS considers very high, despite the clouds. Don't forget the sunscreen.

Low tide at Barnegat Inlet at 10:03 p.m. High tide will roll in at 4:16 p.m., followed by another low tide at 10:52 p.m.

Have a nice day and be careful out there!

Photo: Courtesy of Long Beach Township Beach Patrol