Sandy Hook, NJ

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Today’s Forecast:

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48°F
High: 54° | Low: 44°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KEWR
Observed at: 7:50 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 87%
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Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued November 12 at 8:14PM EST until November 13 at 3:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ (Expires: November 13, 2026 2:00 pm)
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Description: * WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Middlesex, Western Monmouth and Eastern Monmouth. * WHEN...From 9 AM to 3 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. Instructions: A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Tonight:Rain showers likely before 1am, then rain. Mostly cloudy. Low around 44, with temperatures rising to around 50 overnight. Northeast wind 25 to 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday:Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 47. North wind 15 to 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Friday Night:A chance of rain before 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 41. North wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:

🚲 Biking

Use Caution
  37 /100

Use Caution for biking. High near 47°F. Rain forecast later today (95%). Windy conditions (30 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Good 70/100
Good for biking. High near 47°F. Low rain risk (1%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

🛶 Paddling

Not Recommended
  3 /100

Not Recommended for paddling. High near 47°F. Rain forecast later today (95%). Windy conditions (30 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (47°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 12/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 47°F. Low rain risk (1%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (47°F).

🐟 Fishing

Use Caution
  37 /100

Use Caution for fishing. High near 47°F. Rain forecast later today (95%). Windy conditions (30 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution 44/100
Use Caution for fishing. High near 47°F. Low rain risk (1%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Not Recommended
  11 /100

Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 47°F. Rain forecast later today (95%). Windy conditions (30 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (47°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 19/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 47°F. Low rain risk (1%). Breezy winds (15 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (47°F).

About Sandy Hook

Sandy Hook rewards weather-aware planning with ocean and bay beaches, Fort Hancock, cycling, paddling, surf fishing, and ferry access.

Planning an Outing at Sandy Hook

Put the most exposed or time-sensitive activity first, then keep a shorter option nearby if wind, rain, heat, or access changes.

Weather Tips for Sandy Hook

  • Review tides, surf, rip-current guidance, marine wind, fog, water temperature, and small-craft conditions before beach or water plans.
  • Confirm lifeguard schedules, beach badges or entry controls, parking, wildlife closures, ferry or launch status, and storm-related access changes.
  • Sea breeze can disguise heat while onshore storms or lightning still require a quick exit from beaches, boardwalks, marinas, and open water.
  • Nor’easters, tropical systems, king tides, and erosion can alter access even after the worst weather has passed.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for outdoor plans near:

  • Highlands
  • Sea Bright
  • Fort Hancock
  • Horseshoe Cove
  • New York Harbor
  • Raritan Bay
  • Navesink River

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Scale distance and exposure to the latest forecast, and leave room to turn around before conditions deteriorate.

7-Day Forecast for Sandy Hook, NJ

☁
48°F
High: 54° | Low: 44°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KEWR
Observed at: 7:50 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 87%
Fri 🌧
47° 41°
95%
Sat ⛅
47° 44°
1%
Sun ⛅
50° 43°
1%
Mon ☀
51° 41°
0%
Tue ☀
53° 44°
0%
Wed ☀
57° 45°
0%
Thu ☀
59° --°
1%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

47° Fri 47° Sat 50° Sun 51° Mon 53° Tue 57° Wed 59° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

41° Fri 44° Sat 43° Sun 41° Mon 44° Tue 45° Wed 50° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 11 Fri 20 Sat 70 Sun 75 Mon 85 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 12, 2026 8:43 pm CST

Sandy Hook Weather by Season

Winter

Winter at Sandy Hook is quieter but exposed to nor’easters, strong coastal wind, flooding, and occasional snow or ice. Ocean and tidal water remain dangerously cold, and services or guarded access are limited.

Spring

Spring alternates between mild afternoons and raw onshore flow. Cold water, fog, rip-current or inlet conditions, and limited lifeguard coverage require more caution than the air temperature suggests.

Summer

Summer brings warm beach weather along with humidity, sea breezes, crowded access, and fast-moving thunderstorms. Check surf, rip currents, tide, heat index, and swimming or launch status before leaving. Guarded swimming dates, beach access, surf, and water temperature should be checked independently of the air forecast.

Fall

Fall often offers warm water and lighter crowds, but tropical systems, nor’easters, king tides, erosion, and earlier darkness can change shoreline access quickly.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Annual average temperature: about 54–57°F using nearby coastal climate stations.
  • Annual snowfall: usually about 10–20 inches near the coast, although individual nor’easters can produce much more.
  • Warmest months: July and August are normally warmest.
  • Coolest months: January is typically coolest.
  • Wettest season: Summer is often wettest because of thunderstorms and tropical moisture, although precipitation is distributed through the year.
  • Driest season: Fall is often driest, particularly from October into November.
  • Best outdoor window: Late spring through early fall, adjusted for surf, water temperature, and guarded access.