Jersey Shore Beach Report: Get Some Relief From Inland Heat

JERSEY SHORE, NJ — While the inland areas bake under the sunshine and oppressive temperatures, there will be some relief to be had at the beaches this weekend, especially Sunday.

Thinking about heading to the shore? Here's a look from Patch at the weekend beach conditions for July 28-30.

The National Weather Service is calling for Friday a high of 89 and a heat index of 101 and a high of 88 and a heat index of 100 on Saturday. Sunday promises relief from the oppressive temperatures, with highs in the mid-80s and mostly clear skies. If Sunday kicks off a weeklong visit, looks like you will be in luck because the first days of August appear that they will be beautiful.

If you go to the beach, always listen to the lifeguards' commands. They are there for your safety.

Rip current risk is moderate this weekend, according to the weather service. That means they are likely in the surf zone, so be aware. Related: Rip Currents In NJ: What To Look For, How To Survive Them

THE FORECAST
From the National Weather Service

Friday: Sunny and hot, with a high temperature near 89 and heat index values as high as 101. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m. South winds 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. Overnight, the chance of showers and thunderstorms continues until about 1 a.m. Low around 75.

Saturday: A heat advisory is in effect through 8 p.m., with a heat index as high as 100 and high temperatures near 88. Mostly sunny and a southwest wind of 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60 percent. The chance of storms remains overnight, mainly before 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest after midnight.

Sunday: Partly sunny with a high near 83 and north wind around 10 mph. There is a 30 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. In the evening and overnight, it's expected to be cooler, with a low around 65.

Monday-Thursday: Sunny and highs in the mid-80s, lows in the low 60s. Mostly clear until a chance of showers Thursday.

Related: 2023 Jersey Shore Beach Guide: Beach Badges And Parking

SURF FORECAST
From the National Weather Service

Friday

Rip Current Risk: Low
Surf Height: 1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential: Low
UV Index: Very high.
Water Temperature: Upper 70s.
Sunrise: 5:49 a.m.
Sunset: 8:16 p.m.

Saturday

Rip Current Risk: Moderate.
Surf Height: 1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential: High.
UV Index: Very high.
Water Temperature: Upper 70s.
Sunrise: 5:50 a.m.
Sunset: 8:15 p.m.

Sunday

Rip Current Risk: Moderate.
Surf Height: 1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential: High.
UV Index: Very high.
Water Temperature: Upper 70s.
Sunrise: 5:51 a.m.
Sunset: 8:14 p.m.

JELLYFISH REPORT
From the state Department of Environmental Protection and New Jersey Jellyspotters

Clinging jellyfish that raise concerns because they pack a powerful, painful sting have so far been a minor issue, but the last week has seen a bloom of bay nettles.

The New Jersey Jellyspotters Facebook group has multiple reports of bay nettles throughout the state's coastal bays, according to Paul Bologna, biologist and jellyfish expert from Montclair State University.

"This is the normal time for them to bloom, so it is not surprising to see them increase," he said. Multiple stings can be painful but not life-threatening. Bologna also noted that lion's mane jellyfish and Portuguese man 'o war jellyfish are more frequently seen this time of year on the oceanfront.

The Metedeconk River in Brick Township has been the site of the highest concentrations of clinging jellyfish, with at least two samplings that produced more than 100 of the dime-sized clinging jellyfish. Monitoring in Barnegat Bay continues, as well as farther south by Cape May. See it on the state Department of Environmental Protection's clinging jellyfish map.

TIDES

From NOAA Tide Predictions

Sandy Hook (at Fort Hancock)

• Friday: Low 4:32 p.m., High 11:26 p.m.
• Saturday: High 11:18 a.m., Low 5:37 p.m.
• Sunday: High 6:10 a.m., Low 12:17 p.m., High 6:37 p.m.

Long Branch Fishing Pier

• Friday: Low 9:40 a.m., High 4:06 p.m.
• Saturday: Low 10:42 a.m., High 5:11 p.m.
• Sunday: High 5:44 a.m., Low 11:41 a.m., High 6:11 p.m.

Belmar

• Friday: Low 9:31 a.m., High 3:57 p.m.
• Saturday: Low 10:33 a.m., High 5:02 p.m.
• Sunday: High 5:35 a.m., Low 11:32 a.m., High 6:02 p.m.

Seaside Heights

• Friday: Low 9:44 a.m., High 4:02 p.m.
• Saturday: Low 10:46 a.m., High 5:07 p.m.
• Sunday: High 5:40 a.m., Low 11:45 a.m., High 6:07 p.m.

Island Beach, Sedge Islands (inside Barnegat Bay)

• Friday: High 6:51 a.m., Low 2:12 p.m., High 7:32 p.m.
• Saturday: High 8:02 a.m., Low 3:14 p.m., High 8:37 p.m.
• Sunday: High 9:10 a.m., Low 4:13 p.m.

Atlantic City (Ocean)

• Friday: Low 9:38 a.m., High 4:21 p.m.
• Saturday: Low 10:41 a.m., High 5:19 p.m.
• Sunday: High 5:45 a.m., Low 11:41 a.m., High 6:15 p.m.

Wildwood Crest

• Friday: Low 9:50 a.m., High 4:31 p.m.
• Saturday: Low 10:50 a.m., High 5:29 p.m.
• Sunday: High 5:53 a.m., Low 11:48 a.m., High 6:24 p.m.

Cape May Point, Atlantic Ocean

• Friday: Low 10:38 a.m., High 5:28 p.m.
• Saturday: High 5:48 a.m., Low 11:36 a.m., High 6:25 p.m.
• Sunday: High 6:49 a.m., Low 12:35 p.m., High 7:22 p.m.