Monmouth County Beach Report: Sunny Skies, Cool Temperatures On Tap For Today

The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies with a moderate risk of rip currents at Monmouth County beaches, a much better forecast than the last several days.

Waves today will be 2 to 3 feet, with southeasterly swells of 2 feet. The ocean water temperature is a chilly 69 degrees.

If you can find a guarded beach, be sure to check with local beach patrols before heading in. Never swim on an unguarded beach, and never swim alone or at night. The NWS suggests you always bring a flotation device with you in the water.

Highs today will only be in the lower 70s. Winds will be from the north at 5 miles per hour with gusts up to 10.

The ultraviolet risk index is a 7, which the NWS considers high. There is no lightning threat today.

Low tide at Belmar rolled in at 5:12 a.m. High tide will arrive at 11:40 a.m., followed by another low tide at 6 p.m.

Photo: Patricia A. Miller