Station Name: Cape May
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet / 0 meters

Sensor Depth: -6.0 feet / -1.8 meters

Nearest Address:
1200 Lincoln Blvd
North Cape May, NJ 08204
Cape May County

GPS Coordinates: 38.968300, -74.959999

Nearby Water Temperatures

High Wind Warning issued October 12 at 2:07PM EDT until October 13 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun October 12, 2025, 2:07 PM
Expires: Mon October 13, 2025, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...In Delaware, Delaware Beaches County. In New Jersey, Eastern Monmouth, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Cape May, Coastal Atlantic, and Coastal Ocean Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.

Coastal Flood Warning issued October 12 at 4:32PM EDT until October 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun October 12, 2025, 4:32 PM
Expires: Mon October 13, 2025, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Cumberland, Atlantic, Cape May, Atlantic Coastal Cape May and Coastal Atlantic. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters. At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the region through Monday. Moderate to major coastal flood impacts are likely. Severe beach erosion and dune breaching is possible due to very high surf conditions. Interests along the Atlantic coast, Delaware Bay and its tidal tributaries, back bays, and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates regarding this significant coastal flood event.

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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.

Coastal Flood Warning issued October 12 at 9:30PM EDT until October 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun October 12, 2025, 9:30 PM
Expires: Mon October 13, 2025, 10:00 AM

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Cumberland, Atlantic, Cape May, Atlantic Coastal Cape May and Coastal Atlantic. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...At major flood level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters. At moderate flood level, widespread roadway flooding occurs in coastal and bayside communities and along inland tidal waterways. Many roads become impassable. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the region through Monday. Moderate to major coastal flood impacts are likely. Severe beach erosion and dune breaching are possible due to very high surf conditions. Interests along the Atlantic coast, Delaware Bay and its tidal tributaries, back bays, and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates during this significant coastal flood event.

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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.

Coastal Flood Warning issued October 12 at 4:32PM EDT until October 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun October 12, 2025, 4:32 PM
Expires: Mon October 13, 2025, 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Kent, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the region through Monday. Moderate to major coastal flood impacts are likely. Severe beach erosion and dune breaching is possible due to very high surf conditions. Interests along the Atlantic coast, Delaware Bay and its tidal tributaries, back bays, and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates regarding this significant coastal flood event.

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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.

Wind Advisory issued October 12 at 2:07PM EDT until October 13 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun October 12, 2025, 2:07 PM
Expires: Mon October 13, 2025, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In Delaware, Inland Sussex County. In New Jersey, Western Monmouth, Atlantic, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Coastal Flood Warning issued October 12 at 9:30PM EDT until October 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun October 12, 2025, 9:30 PM
Expires: Mon October 13, 2025, 10:00 AM

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Kent, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...At major flood level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong coastal storm will impact the region through Monday. Moderate to major coastal flood impacts are likely. Severe beach erosion and dune breaching are possible due to very high surf conditions. Interests along the Atlantic coast, Delaware Bay and its tidal tributaries, back bays, and tidal waterways should remain alert for forecast updates during this significant coastal flood event.

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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.