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New Jersey • Cape May

Cape May - The Cove

Junky

Wave Height

2-4

ft

Swell

~5s

SE

Wind

11mph

Onshore (SSE)

Water

41°

6/5mm + boots/hood

Updated: 3/11/2026, 5:30:44 PM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Recent History

No recent history available

About Cape May - The Cove

The Cove at Cape May sits at the southern tip of New Jersey where the Atlantic meets Delaware Bay. This unique position picks up south swells that miss most of the Jersey Shore. Protected from northwest winds, it can be clean when spots to the north are blown out. Best on hurricane swells and summer south winds. Mellow waves make it beginner-friendly.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Cape May - The Cove?

The current water temperature at Cape May - The Cove is 41°F. A 6/5mm wetsuit with boots, gloves, and hood is essential.

What is the surf like at Cape May - The Cove today?

Cape May - The Cove currently has waves around 2-4ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What are the best conditions for surfing Cape May - The Cove?

Cape May - The Cove works best with swells from the S, SE and N, NW winds (offshore). The ideal tide is all tides.

Is Cape May - The Cove good for beginners?

Yes, Cape May - The Cove is suitable for beginners, especially on smaller days. It's always a good idea to check conditions before paddling out and consider taking a lesson if you're new to surfing.

This Week's Outlook

Your best bet is Saturday morning with 3-4ft waves and strong cross-onshore winds, though it'll be pretty blown out with those 23mph southerlies. Friday morning could be cleaner with lighter cross-offshore winds, but you're looking at smaller 2ft surf.

Updated 3/11/2026, 6:02:12 AM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelAll Levels
CrowdModerate
Best TideAll Tides
Best SwellS, SE
Best WindN, NW