Raritan Bay Waterfront, NJ

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Outdoor scenery at Raritan Bay Waterfront
Raritan Bay Waterfront — photo by Hudconja, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Today’s Forecast:

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48°F
High: 52° | Low: 39°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KEWR
Observed at: 7:40 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 before 1am, then rain. Mostly cloudy. Low around 39, with temperatures rising to around 42 overnight. Northeast wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Friday:Rain. Cloudy. High near 46, with temperatures falling to around 44 in the afternoon. North wind 7 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday Night:A chance of rain before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. Northwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Today’s Report:

⛵ Boating

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for boating. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Breezy winds (13 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (45°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 23/100
Not Recommended for boating. High near 47°F. Light wind (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (47°F).

🛶 Paddling

Not Recommended
  11 /100

Not Recommended for paddling. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Breezy winds (13 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (45°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 22/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 47°F. Breezy winds (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (47°F).

🐟 Fishing

Use Caution
  41 /100

Use Caution for fishing. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Breezy winds (13 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 85/100
Excellent for fishing. High near 47°F. Light wind (10 mph).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Not Recommended
  12 /100

Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 45°F. Rain forecast later today (93%). Light wind (13 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (45°F).

  • Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 47°F. Light wind (10 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (47°F).

About Raritan Bay Waterfront

The outdoor appeal of Raritan Bay Waterfront comes from bayfront parks, fishing piers, marinas, launches, tidal coves, and several connected waterfront towns.

Planning an Outing at Raritan Bay Waterfront

Compare the forecast with the exact trailhead, beach entrance, launch, campsite, or event time; small location changes can produce a very different day.

Weather Tips for Raritan Bay Waterfront

  • Review bay tide, harbor wind, fog, cold-water exposure, launch status, and small-craft conditions before boating or paddling.
  • Check marina, fishing-pier, boat-ramp, parking, and waterfront-park notices, especially after storms or unusually high tides.
  • Heat and humidity can build quickly when wind drops; leave open waterfronts, marshes, launches, and overlooks when lightning approaches.
  • Strong fronts, tropical systems, and unusually high tides can leave flooding, debris, or access restrictions after the rain has ended.

Nearby Towns and Areas

Use this forecast as practical context for outdoor plans near:

  • Keyport Harbor
  • Perth Amboy waterfront
  • South Amboy
  • Union Beach
  • Cheesequake Creek
  • Arthur Kill
  • Staten Island

Adjust the Day to the Forecast

Keep the main objective flexible; a shorter route or later start is often the better choice when access or weather is uncertain.

7-Day Forecast for Raritan Bay Waterfront

☁
48°F
High: 52° | Low: 39°
Current Temperature
Cloudy
Station: KEWR
Observed at: 7:40 pm CST on 11/12/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 87%
Fri 🌧
46° 35°
93%
Sat ⛅
47° 36°
1%
Sun ⛅
50° 36°
0%
Mon ☀
51° 34°
0%
Tue ☀
55° 35°
0%
Wed ☀
59° 37°
0%
Thu ☀
61° --°
1%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

46° Fri 47° Sat 50° Sun 51° Mon 55° Tue 59° Wed 61° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

35° Fri 36° Sat 36° Sun 34° Mon 35° Tue 37° Wed 50° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 18 Fri 20 Sat 70 Sun 75 Mon 100 Tue 100 Wed 100 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 12, 2026 8:58 pm CST

Raritan Bay Waterfront Weather by Season

Winter

Winter is generally quiet but can bring strong wind, tidal flooding, fog, occasional snow or ice, and dangerously cold river, bay, or marsh water. Check seasonal hours and access after coastal storms.

Spring

Spring can feel mild on land while Raritan Bay remains cold and breezy. Fog, chop, launch status, and shifting wind deserve a same-day check.

Summer

Summer favors waterfront events and boating, but heat, thunderstorms, poor visibility, and abrupt bay gusts can interrupt plans. Use the marine forecast rather than the inland temperature alone. Shallow bays and marshes respond quickly to wind direction, heavy rain, and unusually high tides.

Fall

Fall often offers comfortable air and productive fishing conditions, while stronger fronts, coastal flooding, and earlier sunset narrow the boating window.

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 fall, adjusted for bay wind, tide, launch status, water temperature, and small-craft conditions.