Dawn patrol surfing in Sea Isle City

Sea Isle City, New Jersey

Sunrise and first light times for planning your dawn patrol session.

First light in Sea Isle City means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 2 spots are worth the 5am alarm.

Sunrise

6:10 AM

First Light: 5:40 AM

Day length: 13h 50m

-2 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

6:10 AM

First light: 5:40 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Last light: 8:30 PM

Data from 12th Street Jetty· Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

7-day sun schedule showing sunrise, sunset, and day length
Day	Sunrise	Sunset	Day Length
Today(Today)	6:10 AM	8:00 PM	13h 50m
Tomorrow	6:11 AM	7:58 PM	13h 47m
Sat, Aug 15	6:12 AM	7:57 PM	13h 45m
Sun, Aug 16	6:13 AM	7:56 PM	13h 43m
Mon, Aug 17	6:14 AM	7:54 PM	13h 41m

Today(Today)

Sunrise

6:10 AM

Sunset

8:00 PM

Day Length

13h 50m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

6:11 AM

Sunset

7:58 PM

Day Length

13h 47m

Sat, Aug 15

Sunrise

6:12 AM

Sunset

7:57 PM

Day Length

13h 45m

Sun, Aug 16

Sunrise

6:13 AM

Sunset

7:56 PM

Day Length

13h 43m

Mon, Aug 17

Sunrise

6:14 AM

Sunset

7:54 PM

Day Length

13h 41m

Best dawn patrol spots in Sea Isle City

Featured Beaches

2 spots

12th Street Jetty

Beginner friendly

The 12th Street Jetty in Sea Isle City is called a longboarder's sanctuary — mellow roller waves perfect for cruising.

36th-42nd Street

Intermediate

The 36th-42nd Street zone in Sea Isle City produces quality lefts on NE swells, with multiple jetties offering options.

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Featured Beaches(2)

12th Street Jetty

Beginner friendly

The 12th Street Jetty in Sea Isle City is called a longboarder's sanctuary — mellow roller waves perfect for cruising.

36th-42nd Street

Intermediate

The 36th-42nd Street zone in Sea Isle City produces quality lefts on NE swells, with multiple jetties offering options.

Dawn patrol access guide for Sea Isle City

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

12th Street Jetty

jetty

beginner-intermediate

The 12th Street Jetty in Sea Isle City is called a longboarder's sanctuary — mellow roller waves perfect for cruising.

Early access

Beach access at 12th Street. Designated surf area near the jetty.

Parking

Street parking and municipal lots along the beachfront.

36th-42nd Street

jetty

intermediate

The 36th-42nd Street zone in Sea Isle City produces quality lefts on NE swells, with multiple jetties offering options.

Early access

Beach access at 36th through 42nd Streets.

Parking

Street parking along the beachfront avenues.

Dawn patrol tips

Glassy morning conditions before onshore winds
Less crowded lineups at sunrise
East-facing beaches for sunrise views
Spots with easy parking for early arrivals

Surf Guides for Sea Isle City

Conditions

Dawn Patrol

You're here

Sunset Sessions

Evening golden hour spots

Tide Windows

Optimal tidal conditions

Water Temperature

Conditions & wetsuit guide

Style

Beginner Spots

Gentle waves for learning

Longboard Spots

Mellow waves for logging

Less Crowded

Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Sea Isle City

: Dawn patrol in Sea Isle City typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
: Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.

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