New Jersey • Cape May County • Buoy: 44091

Ocean City

Junky

Wave Height

1-2

ft

Swell

~5s

SE

Wind

9mph

Sideshore (ENE)

Water

65°

3/2mm

Falling• Low in 4h 19m

Updated: 10/10/2026, 5:38:28 AM • Data: Open-Meteo

Accurate?

Surf Graph

Clean
Fair
Choppy
Flat

Tide Forecast

Today
L6:01pm0.1ft
Tomorrow
H12:06am4.6ft
L6:12am0.1ft
H12:28pm5.2ft
L6:44pm0.2ft
Mon, Oct 12
H12:45am4.4ft
L6:48am0.3ft
H1:05pm5.1ft
L7:25pm0.3ft
Tue, Oct 13
H1:23am4.2ft
L7:22am0.5ft
H1:42pm5.0ft

Recent History

No recent history available

About Ocean City

Ocean City is a popular surf spot located in Cape May County, New Jersey. Known for consistent waves and accessible conditions, it's a favorite among local surfers. Check the forecast above for current conditions and plan your session.

FAQ

What is the water temperature at Ocean City?

The current water temperature at Ocean City is 65°F. A 3/2mm wetsuit is recommended.

What is the surf like at Ocean City today?

Ocean City currently has waves around 1-2ft. Conditions change throughout the day, so check back for updated forecasts.

What time is high tide at Ocean City?

Today's high tide at Ocean City is at 7:48 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What time is low tide at Ocean City?

Today's low tide at Ocean City is at 1:34 AM ET. Tide times shift daily, so check our forecast for upcoming tide schedules.

What are the best conditions for surfing Ocean City?

Ocean City works best with swells from the E, ESE, SE and W, NW winds (offshore). The ideal tide is low to mid.

Is Ocean City good for beginners?

Yes, Ocean City 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

Monday morning is gonna be the move with solid 6 footers, longer period waves, and light offshore winds cleaning everything up. Sunday afternoon could work too if you're itchy, but Monday's the real deal before it all mellows out.

Updated 10/10/2026, 6:16:11 AM

Spot Info

Break TypeBeach Break
BottomSand
Skill LevelAll Levels
CrowdModerate to Heavy
Best TideLow to Mid
Best SwellE, ESE, SE
Best WindW, NW