Beach And Surf Report: September 7, 2015

It’s the unofficial end of summer here on the Jersey coast. By tomorrow, much of coastal Ocean County’s beaches will look like ghost towns.

But today will be beautiful. The National Weather Service is calling for highs in the lower 80s. Beach winds will be from the west at 5 miles per hour, becoming south in the afternoon.

Waves will be from two to three feet, with east swells around two feet. The surf temperature is in the mid-70s.

There‘s a moderate risk of rip currents, which means wind or wave conditions support more frequent currents. Swim only in guarded areas and always have a flotation device with you.

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

Low tide at Barnegat Inlet is at 9:55 a.m. High tide will occur at 4:06 p.m.

Photo credit: Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol.