Jersey Shore Beach Report: Clouds, Rain Giving Way To Sunshine

JERSEY SHORE, NJ — After a week of heavy rain, a day at the beach seems like a good break. And the forecast might just give beachgoers the break they've been looking for.

Here's a look at the beach weather for Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11. The remnants of Tropical Storm Debby are anticipated to move out of the area Friday night, with only some effects remaining on the surf.

Moderate temperatures and some sunshine offer a promise for relaxing on the sand or getting the kids out of the house for some fun.

It's important to note that the storm will have lingering effects on the surf and there is a moderate risk of rip currents this weekend, according to the weather service.

Related: Rip Currents In NJ: What To Look For, How To Survive Them

JELLYFISH
From the state Department of Environmental Protection and the New Jersey Jellyspotters

The bay nettles remain an issue and will for days to come. Paul Bologna, the Montclair State biology professor and jellyfish expert, said their sting is generally mild compared with many other jellyfish, but can be painful if there are multiple stings.

Bologna has offered the following advice in the New Jersey Jellyspotters Facebook group for treating jellyfish stings, starting with a recommendation to bring white vinegar when you go to the bay beaches:

A basic treatment protocol:

1. Immediately after the sting, apply vinegar. This stops any stinging cells that have not fired in the tentacles.
2. Rinse the sting area with the salt water you are in (bay or ocean) to gently wash away any tentacles. DO NOT USE BOTTLED WATER to do this, the OSMOTIC SHOCK WILL CAUSE THOSE STINGING CELLS TO FIRE AND CONTINUE TO STING.
3. Take a clean cloth/towel and wipe the area clean.

After, there are various ways to deal with the sting depending upon the severity. Over-the-counter pain medicine, Benadryl type OTC medicines, calamine lotion for itching.

Read up on ways you can address the issues with jellyfish in the bays:'Stop The Sting' Jellyfish Study Offers Hope For NJ Bay, Lagoon Users

THE FORECAST
From the National Weather Service

Saturday: mcattered showers, mainly before 7 a.m. then mostly cloudy through mid-morning with gradual clearing and a high near 82. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Partly cloudy at night with a low around 68. West wind around 5 mph.

Sunday: Mostly sunny during the day with a high near 78. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Mostly clear skies overnight with a low around 66.

Monday-Thursday: Mostly sunny during the day and partly cloudy overnights. High temperatures in the upper 70s and lows at night in the upper 60s.

Related: 2024 Jersey Shore Beach Guide: Beach Badges, Town Curfews

SURF FORECAST
From the National Weather Service

Saturday

Rip Current Risk: Moderate
Surf Height: 2-3 feet
Thunderstorm Potential: Moderate
UV Index: Very High
Water Temperature: Low 70s
Sunrise: 6:02 a.m.
Sunset: 8:00 p.m.

Sunday

Rip Current Risk: Moderate
Surf Height: 2-3 feet
Thunderstorm Potential: Moderate
UV Index: Very High
Water Temperature: Low 70s
Sunrise: 6:02 a.m.
Sunset: 7:59 p.m.

TIDES
From NOAA Tide Predictions

Sandy Hook (at Fort Hancock)

• Saturday: Low 6:04 a.m., High 12:39 p.m., Low 6:34 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 6:37 a.m., High 1:20 p.m., Low 7:27 p.m.

Long Branch Fishing Pier

• Saturday: Low 5:28 a.m., High 12:13 p.m., Low 5:58 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 6:01 a.m., High 12:54 p.m., Low 6:51 p.m.

Belmar

• Saturday: Low 5:19 a.m., High 12:04 p.m., Low 5:49 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 5:52 a.m., High 12:45 p.m., Low 6:42 p.m.

Manasquan Inlet/Point Pleasant Beach

• Saturday: Low 5:40 a.m., High 12:27 p.m., Low 6:10 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 6:13 a.m., High 1:08 p.m., Low 7:03 p.m.

Seaside Heights

• Saturday: Low 5:32 a.m., High 12:09 p.m., Low 6:02 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 6:05 a.m., High 12:50 p.m., Low 6:55 p.m.

Island Beach State Park (Sedge Islands)

• Saturday: Low 10 a.m., High 3:39 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 10:33 a.m., High 4:20 p.m.

Atlantic City (Ocean)

• Saturday: Low 5:48 a.m., High 12:09 p.m., Low 6:16 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 6:24 a.m., High 12:50 p.m., Low 7:06 p.m.

Wildwood Crest

• Saturday: Low 5:52 a.m., High 12:06 p.m., Low 6:20 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 6:32 a.m., High 12:50 p.m., Low 7:13 p.m.

Cape May Point, Atlantic Ocean

• Saturday: Low 6:51 a.m., High 1:16 p.m., Low 7:18 p.m.
• Sunday: Low 7:30 a.m., High 1:59 p.m., Low 8:08 p.m.