Cloudy and Windy Monday

Mornin'!  It's 69° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 85% with a dewpoint of 60°.  Winds are out of the E-NE at 10-20mph. Ms Sun's on her way and she's already painting the sky and some light cloud cover shades of reddish-orange (aka: Vermilion).  It's a lovely albeit breezy morning down the shore.  It'll start out nice with peeks of sunshine on and off but will be mostly overcast beginning a little later today once the clouds take over the sky. Temps will be in the low-70s with E-NE winds at 15-25mph +gusting.  Tonight... mostly cloudy, temps in the upper 60s and E-NE winds at 15-25mph +gusting.  Tomorrow... cloudy and windy with 20% chance of rain showers, temps in the mid-70s and E-NE winds very blustery at 20-30mph +gusting.  Tomorrow night... 70% chance of rain with the potential for heavy rainfall, temps in the upper 60s with E-NE blustery winds at 15-25mph +gusting. We'll probably be feeling and seeing the effects of a southeast coastal disturbance that's hitting the Carolina's right now and could form into a subtropical or tropical storm Helene.  As it heads up the coast and in our direction, expect rain and wind by Wednesday and continuing into Thursday, Friday and Saturday here along our Coast.  Not to mention, the Full Moon is tomorrow and we all know what a Full and/or New Moon can do to our high tides.  Don't lose sight of the increased possibility of coastal flooding with this rain system as it pays a visit during a Full Moon cycle.  And, don't go into the ocean today as the Rip Currents are "High Risk" and dangerous.
High Tides: 6:35AM and 6:59PM
Low Tide: 12:38PM
Ocean Temp: 71°
Sunrise: 6:42AM
Sunset: 7:05PM
UV Index: 4.5
Rip Current: High Risk (DO NOT ENTER THE OCEAN)

Sunday Mix of Sun and Clouds

Mornin'!  It's 69° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 86% with a dewpoint of 66°.  Winds are out of the E-NE at 10-20mph.  Ms Sun just rose over the horizon along the ocean.  There are some clouds in the sky this morning and she'll soon be painting the sky beautifully as she never fails to do.  We're going to have a  Sunday mix of sun and clouds with temps in the mid-70s and E-NE winds ramping up even more at 15-25mph +gusting.  Tonight... partly clear moonlit night becoming cloudy late after midnight, temps will drop into the mid-60s with E-NE winds at 10-20mph.  Tomorrow... mostly cloudy with peeks of sunshine, temps in the low-70s and E-NE winds at 15-25mph +gusting.  Tomorrow night... cloudy, temps around 70° with E-NE winds at 15-20mph.  Tuesday... begins a stretch of rainy weather lasting throughout the entire week leading up to next weekend.  It'll be a perfectly miserable day with 70% chance of rain, heavy rainfall is a big possibility at times, temps in the mid-70s and very windy with E-NE winds at 20-30mph +gusting.  Tuesday night... rain, temps in the low-70s with East winds at 10-20mph.  The Full Moon is Tuesday and with this "heavy rainfall" in the forecast, there could be a very serious potential for coastal flooding as the Full Moon (and New Moon) bring much higher than normal tides.  If it's down-pouring rain during the high tide cycle, no doubt we'll see street flooding.   If here vacationing this coming week, I truly hate to be the bearer of bad new but this week looks like your focus should be on knowing your low-lying areas on the island as well as high tide times as it could be very, floody. Be aware of where you park and drive as well as where you'll be spending your "wet" week here. You'll have to adjust to that "alternative plan" mode. 
High Tide: 6:09PM
Low Tide: 11:42AM
Ocean Temp: 71°
Sunrise: 6:41AM
Sunset: 7:06PM
UV Index: 6.8
Rip Currents: Moderate risk (dangerous rip currents and there are no lifeguards posted now; take serious precautions if you have intentions of taking a dip in the ocean).

Another Beautiful Summer Day On Tap

This Morning's Webcam Shot - North WW

Mornin'!  It's 67° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 97% with a dewpoint of 65°.  Winds are out of the NE at 4-7mph.  The air is thick with the aromas of brine and marsh this morning.  We're under cloud cover as Ms Sun breaks through the breaks in the sky like a fireball.  There are areas of patchy fog this morning.  I can't find fog on the Cams in Wildwood this morning but the Oceanview Campground which is off the island is foggy at the moment.  We're going to have morning clouds and possibly fog rolling in giving way to a sunny day with temps in the mid-70s and E-NE winds at 10-20mph.  Tonight... clear, temps in the low-60s and E-NE winds at 10-15mph.  Tomorrow... a mix of sun and clouds, temps in the mid-70s and very stiff E-NE winds at 15-25mph +gusting.  Monday... intervals of sun and clouds, temps in the mid-70s and still very windy.

High Tide: 5:15PM
Low Tide: 10:40AM
Ocean Temp: 71°
Sunrise: 6:40AM
Sunset: 7:08PM
UV Index: 6
Rip Current: Moderate: LIFE-THREATENING rip currents are a possibility today in the surf zone. Be aware of these dangers when dipping in the ocean.  There are periodic patrols on the beaches but NO LIFEGUARDS posted!  If you see someone in danger, call 911.

Happy Friday the 13th!

Mornin'!  It's 69° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's up there again at 96% with a dewpoint of 67°.  Winds are out of the E-NE at 5-10mph and Ms Sun's up over the horizon.  There isn't any cloud cover to report other than one of the offshore Webcams (Oceanview Campground) seems to be a bit foggy.  It seems that we're going to have another nice day on tap.  Expect mostly sunny skies with some of that light, wispy cloud cover, temps in the mid-70s and NE winds at 10-15mph.  Tonight... partly clear with some of those clouds sticking around, temps in the mid-60s and East winds at 5-10mph.  Saturday... mostly sunny, temps near 80° with East winds at 10-15mph.  Saturday night... partly cloudy, temps in the low-mid 60s and East winds at 5-10mph.  Sunday... sunny, temps near 80° and NE winds ramping up at 15-20mph +gusting as high as 25mph.  Sunday night... clear, temps in the low-mid 60s.  Monday... mostly sunny, temps near 80°.  

High Tide: 4:15PM
Low TIde: 9:35AM
Ocean Temp: 71°
Sunrise: 6:39AM
Sunset: 7:10PM
UV Index: 6
Rip Current: Moderate Risk... life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. I'd say to swim near a lifeguard but there are none posted this time of year.  Lifeguard stands have been removed.  Be very careful if heading to the beach and taking a dip. I've posted a guide to follow in case you don't heed my suggestion.

More Beach Time

This Morning's Webcam Shot - North WW

Mornin'!  It's 67° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 87% with a dewpoint of 59°.  Breezes are barely there out of the E-SE at 2-3mph.  Ms Sun's on her way and it won't be long until she passes over the dark-coral / red horizon line along the ocean.  It'll be another beauty with vivid blue skies and sunshine, temps in the mid-70s and East winds at 10-15mph.  Tonight... a few passing clouds, temps back to where they are now (mid-upper 60s) and East winds at 5-10mph.  Tomorrow... partly sunny, temps in the mid-70s and E-NE winds at 10-15mph.  Tomorrow night... partly cloudy, temps in the mid-60s and NE winds at 5-10mph.  Saturday... mostly sunny, temps in the mid-upper 70s and East wind at 5-10mph.  Sunday... mostly sunny, temps in the upper 70s.  Monday... partly sunny, temps in the upper 70s and Tuesday... partly sunny with temps in the upper 70s.  Talk about repetitive and monotonous weather as I've never been so happy to lack variety in the weather department!!!  By the way, beaching has never been so incredible this summer with this perfect weather. I've been on the beach Monday, Tuesday, yesterday and plan on it again today, possibly tomorrow and this weekend.  I'm getting some serious books read as of late.  Just to note, there are no lifeguards but there are occasion patrols driving along the beach.  Boardwalk lined dune paths, trashcans and Porta-Johns are still on the beaches.  No beach umbrellas/chair rentals available that I can see (some umbrella-rental sheds have already been removed).  There's still ice cream being sold by the walking vendors.  The sky's been sapphire blue.  The ocean's still warm and clear.  The sand is still being raked in the early morning and being warmed by sunshine. The air is cool if in the shade of an umbrella (it's always a good idea to pack a light hoodie or rashguard).  And, there's just 10 days left of Summer.  If in Wildwood, enjoy!
High Tide: 3:06PM
Low Tide: 8:28AM
Ocean Temp: 71°
Sunrise: 6:38AM
Sunset: 7:11PM
UV Index: 6.6
Rip Current: Low Risk

This Lovely Weather-Week Continues

Mornin'!  It's 64° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 85% with a dewpoint of 58°.  Ms Sun's up and once again turning the island golden.  And, breezes are light out of the N-NE at 2-4mph.  It's a picture perfect morning down the Shore.  Expect this beautiful weather week to continue as we'll have abundant sunshine again today with temps in the mid-upper 70s and East winds at 5-10mph.  Tonight... clear skies, temps where they are now... 64° and E-SE winds at 5-10mph.  Tomorrow... more of the same with a sunny day, temps in the mid-70s and East winds at 10-15mph.  As for this weekend... it's looking nice with sunny skies, temps in the mid-70s and E-NE breezes.  Sunday might be on the breezy side but lovely just the same.
High Tide: 1:55PM
Low Tide: 7:24AM
Ocean Temp: 70°
Sunrise: 6:37AM
Sunset: 7:13PM
UV Index: 6.4
Rip Current: Low Risk

Another Beauty For The Books

Mornin'!  It's 63° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 83% with a dewpoint of 60°.  Ms Sun's up and painting the island gold this morning.  No clouds blocking her rays this start to the day.  Winds are light out of the West at 4-7mph.  It'll be just like yesterday with vivid blue skies, temps in the upper 70s and W-NW winds at 5-10mph.  Tonight... clear skies, temps around where they are now... low 60s and West winds at 5-10mph.  Tomorrow... another beauty with sunny skies, temps in the mid-70s and East winds at 5-10mph.  Tomorrow night... clear with a smattering of clouds, temps in the low-60s and E-SE winds at 5-10mph.  I did a beach day yesterday and even with those West winds, I didn't see one green-head fly.  I had the repellent at the ready though.  I'm going again today and probably again tomorrow and Thursday.  We're in the midst of some fantastic beach weather as well as very deserted beaches. With the coastal towns quiet again, it's hard to describe my surroundings but with hardly anyone around town or at the beach, it's the most peaceful, quiet, beautiful and cherished moments now.  Wildwood has quieted and slowed way down.  It's also what retirement at the Shore is all about... a very grateful and satisfying time of the year for me. 
High Tide: 12:54PM
Low Tide: 7:34PM
Ocean Temp: 70°
Sunrise: 6:36AM
Sunset: 7:14PM
UV Index: 6.7
Rip Current: Low Risk

A Monday Beauty

This Morning's Webcam Shots - North WW

Mornin'!  It's 57° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 72% with a dewpoint of 48°.  Ms Sun's up and just crossed over the horizon and we have breezes barely there out of the NW at 3-5mph.  And, the geese are in formation flying South and squawking loudly as they leave us.  Fall is in the air!  Fall might be in the air but it'll be feeling like summer today with blue, sunny skies, temps in the mid-upper 70s and West winds at 10-15mph.  Tonight... clear, starlit skies, temps in the low-60s and SW winds at 10-15mph.  Tomorrow... more of today's weather with blue, sunny skies, temps in the upper 70s and W-NW winds at 5-10mph.  Wednesday... more lovely weather with blue, sunny skies, temps in the upper 70s and NW winds at 5-10mph.  
High Tide: 12:03PM
Low Tide: 5:34PM
Ocean Temp: 70°
Sunrise: 6:35AM
Sunset: 7:16PM
UV Index: 6.5
Rip Currents: Low Risk 

Sunny Sunday

Mornin'!  It's 59° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's down at 65% with a dewpoint of 49°.  We've got sunshine. The sky is vivid blue this chilly.  It's a beautiful summer morning.  Expect a sunny Sunday with abundant sunshine, temps around 71° and stiff winds out of the W-NW at 10-20mph.  Tonight... clear, starlit skies, temps down to 56°, with W-NW winds at 10-15mph.  Tomorrow... sunny, temps in the mid-70s and West winds at 10-15mph.  Tomorrow night... clear, upper 60s and SW winds at 8-10mph.  Tuesday... sunny, temps in the mid-upper 70s and West winds at 5-10mph.  Two weeks until it's officially Autumn!
High Tide: 11:21AM
Low Tide: 5:43PM
Ocean Temp: 70°
Sunrise: 6:34AM
Sunset: 7:17PM
UV Index: 6.9
Rip Current: Moderate Risk: dangerous current could be possible. Be very careful out there.

Mostly Gray Day

Mornin'!  It's 68° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 94% with a dewpoint of 66°.  Everything's dripping wet outside from the island's moisture. Winds are out of the S-SW at 4-6mph.  And, it's cloudy with some breaks in the sky.  Ms Sun's not quite over the horizon yet (probably within the next 20 minutes or so).  But, I bet we won't see her sunrise with these thick clouds.  It'll be a mostly cloudy morning with showers possibly developing this afternoon (30-50% chance).  We might even see a thunderstorm.  Temps will be in the mid-70s with SW winds at 10-20mph.  Tonight... there's a slight chance of a rain shower (15% chance), mostly cloudy skies will give way to clear skies overnight, temps will drop into the mid-upper 50s (no typo) and N-NW winds will ramp up at 10-20mph.  Tomorrow... sunny, temps in the mid-70s and North winds at 10-20mph.  Monday... sunny, temps in the mid-upper 70s and NW winds at 5-10mph.
High Tide: 10:43AM
Low Tide: 4:59PM
Ocean Temp: 70°
Sunrise: 6:33AM
Sunset: 7:19PM
UV Index: 5.8
Rip Current: High (Dangerous rip currents.  Do No Enter the Ocean.)

Gray Friday

Mornin'!  It's 67° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 94% with a dewpoint of 65°.  The air is heavy and damp.  Winds are out of the N-NE at 10-15mph.   And, there's no sunshine this morning.  The sky is heavy and full of clouds.  No worries about sunburn today as it'll be a cloudy Friday with gray skies both today and tonight.  Expect a cloudy Friday, temps in the low-70s and NE winds at 10-15mph. We might possibly see peeks of sun late this afternoon.  Tonight... 25% chance of rain showers with cloudy skies, temps in the upper 60s and SE winds at 5-10mph.  Tomorrow... 40% chance of rain on and off during the afternoon, temps in the mid-70s and SW winds at 10-20mph.   Tomorrow night... cloudy, temps in the low-mid 60s with N-NW winds at 5-10mph.  Sunday... sunny, temps around 70° with W-NW winds at 5-10mph.  Check the Events Calendar (under Personal Favs) on the Blog as there's still lots to do on the weekends here in Wildwood.  Wildwood's having their annual Food and Music Festival tomorrow.  And, The String Bands and Volkswagens are here today and tomorrow! 
High Tide: 10:09AM
Low Tide: 4:19PM
Ocean Temp: 71°
Sunrise: 6:33AM
Sunset: 7:21PM
UV Index: 3.7
Rip Current: High (DANGEROUS RIP CURRENT! ENTERING THE OCEAN IS EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS AND RISKY especially with no lifeguards guarding the beaches!)

On The Cloudy Side Today

This Morning's Webcam Shot - North WW

Mornin'!  It's 62° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 84% with a dewpoint of 58°.  Breezes are out of the NE at 10-15mph.  Ms Sun's up but has the cloud cover that's along the horizon to deal with this morning.  Those clouds are not only colorful and picturesque but also insulating the sounds of the waves and surf as the ocean's roar is loud and clear.  I can hear it in my house which is 6+ blocks away (that's not including the wide beach of 1600 additional feet)!  Window's are all opened as it's another lovely morning.  Expect a partly sunny day with temps in the mid-70s and NE winds at 10-20mph.  Tonight... partly clear giving way to cloudy skies late.  Temps will be in the mid-60s with NE winds at 10-20mph.  Tomorrow... partly sunny, temps in the mid-70s and NE winds at 10-15mph.  Saturday... 60% chance of rain with temps in the mid-70s and winds out of the S-SW at 10-12mph. Sunday... sunny, temps in the low-70s and N-NW winds at 5-10mph. 
High Tide: 9:37AM
Low Tide: 3:42PM
Ocean Temp: 73°
Sunrise: 6:32AM
Sunset: 7:22PM
UV Index: 7.1
Rip Currents: HIGH RISK (life-threatening rip currents today... Do Not enter the ocean without lifeguards present!!!)

A Lovely Hump Day Ahead

Mornin'!  It's 59° in Wildwood NJ. Humidity's 69% with a dewpoint of 52°.  Ms Sun's up and there's a bit of those wispy, milky clouds along the beach adding drama to that sunshine this morning.  Winds are out of the NE at 10-15mph.  It's going to be another lovely day (although yesterday was a windy one).  Expect some sunshine with some clouds in the mix, temps in the low-mid 70s and E-NE winds at 10-15mph.  Tonight... partly cloudy, temps in the low-60s and E-NE winds at 10-15mph.  Tomorrow... partly cloudy, temps in the mid-upper 70s and NE winds at 15-20mph.  Tomorrow night... partly cloudy, becoming mostly cloudy overnight, temps in the mid-60s and NE winds at 10-20mph.  Friday... partly to mostly sunny, temps in the mid-70s and NE breezes at 5-10mph.  As for this coming weekend... Saturday looks like 50% chance of rain both day and evening, temps in the low-mid 70s and E-SE winds.  Sunday... sunny, temps in the low-mid 70s and NW winds at 10-20mph.
High Tide: 9:05AM
Low Tide: 3:06PM
Ocean Temp: 72°
Sunrise: 6:31AM
Sunset: 7:24PM
UV Index: 6.4
Rip Current: Low Risk

An Autumn Feel

Mornin'!  It's 61° in Wildwood NJ.  That's not a typo.  Humidity's 59% with a dewpoint of 56°.  Ms Sun is shining brightly without a cloud in the sky!  Winds are stiff out of the N-NE at 15-20mph +gusting.  There's no doubt about it... Fall is in the breezy air this morning.  It's also in my home as any opened window (and there's more than a few) is bringing in that crisp, very cool sea-air. It's a bit chilly but so lovely. Oh, and  there's once again an overabundance of parking spots in the neighborhood!  Expect abundant sunshine today with temps in the low-mid 70s and NE winds at 15-25mph.  Tonight... a few passing clouds, temps down into the low-60s and E-NE winds at 10-20mph.  Tomorrow... a repeat of today... sun, mid-70s and stiff E-NE winds.
High Tide: 8:33AM
Low Tide: 2:30PM
Ocean Temp: 72°
Sunrise: 6:30AM
Sunset: 7:25PM
UV Index: 7.4
Rip Current: Moderate... it's a rough ocean with rip tides today.  Only enter the ocean if there's a lifeguard present.

New Moon - Labor Day

Mornin'! Happy Labor Day! Labor day has been celebrated in the USA as a National Holiday since 1894.  In 1882, 10,000+ workers took unpaid leave to march through the Streets of NYC demonstrating the strength of the trade and labor organizations thus becoming a tradition which spread throughout the nation. Here's to all the hard workers out there!  It's also the unofficial end of summer here along the Jersey Shore as the roads and highways will be full of Tourists, Bennies and Shoobies today.  Summer officially ends in 20 days.  People are packing cars, shouting, slamming doors and even kids are crying as the morning quiet in my neighborhood isn't so quiet as I type. My opened windows are not just bringing that fresh air and sea-breezes rustling through the tree leaves.  My neighborhood's alive!  Wildwood (along with all these Shore towns) is emptying out.  It'll once again become quiet, empty and dark as all the beach towns will only have "locals" again; that is, during the week, as the weekend visitors will continue infiltrate and keep the island alive throughout September and October.
It's 71° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's way down at 63% with a dewpoint of 54°.  It's cloudy and very breezy with North winds at 15-20mph.  It'll be cloudy early, becoming partly sunny this afternoon, temps in the upper 70s and N-NW winds at 10-20mph.  Tonight... clear, temps in the upper 50s and North winds at 10-20mph.  It's the New Moon today as the high tides will be higher than normal as that New Moon has the same reaction as the Full Moon.  Tomorrow... sunny skies, temps in the low-70s and NE winds at 10-20mph. Tomorrow night... clear, 65° with light breezes. 
High Tide: 8:00AM
Low Tide: 1:59PM
Ocean Temp: 72°
Sunrise: 6:29AM
Sunset: 7:27PM
UV Index: 6.7
Rip Current: Moderate

September's In The House

Mornin'!  Welcome September!  I just put Neil Diamond's "September Morn", Earth, Wind and Fire's "September", The Association's "See You In September" and Green Day's "Wake Me Up When September Ends" on my iTunes to keep the mood for my Sunday-First day of September blogging!  Happy September everyone... the Jewel of all the Seasons is upon us!
It's 73° in Wildwood NJ.  Humidity's 91% with a dewpoint of 71°.  It's cloudy and gray with breezes barely there out of the S-SW at 4-6mph.  We're supposed to have some sunshine this morning, but so far, just cloud cover.  Expect a mix of clouds and sun followed by a cloudy afternoon.  There's a 15% chance of a shower and/or thunderstorm.  Temps will be around 80° with SW winds at 10-15mph.  Tonight... cloudy, 70% chance of storms developing late, temps in the upper 60s and W-SW winds at 5-10mph.  Tomorrow... starting out cloudy, partial sunshine late in the day, temps around 80° with N-NW winds at 10-20mph.  Tomorrow night... clear, temps in the upper 60s and light breezes out of the North.  By the way, the New Moon is tomorrow which means higher than normal "high" tides.  Tuesday... Sunny, temps in the low-70s and light breezes. 
High Tides: 7:25AM and 7:41PM
Low Tide: 1:14PM
Ocean Temp: 72°
Sunrise: 6:28AM
Sunset: 7:28PM
UV Index: 6.4
Rip Current: Low Risk