Monmouth County Beaches Offer Cool Escape From Inland Heat

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ - If the mainland heat is too much for you today, head for the beach.

The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies with highs in the lower 90s. Winds will be from the southwest at 5 to 10 miles per hour. There is no lightning threat.

The beach could be a welcome respite from the torrid temperatures inland. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from noon today until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, with heat index values from 100 to 104 degrees this afternoon and Wednesday afternoon.

The rip current risk is low today. But rips can still occur anytime, anyplace, especially near jetties and other structures. Check with your local beach patrol about any problem areas. Never swim on an unguarded beach and never swim alone or at night.SubscribeWaves will be around 2 feet, gradually building to 3 feet in the afternoon, with light swells. The ocean water temperature is 74 degrees, although that may vary depending upon what beach you go to. The ultraviolet index is an 8, which the NWS considers very high. So don't forget your sunscreen.

High tide at Belmar arrived at 9:09 a.m. Low tide will roll in at at 3:18 a.m., followed by another high tide at 9:21 p.m.

Have a nice day and be careful out there!

Photo: Patricia A. Miller