Tides · Cape May, New Jersey
Tide conditions for Cape May surf spots
Predicted tides from the NOAA gauge at Cape Island Creek, Cape May. Times are local (GMT-5). Not live water levels.
A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in Cape May. These 3 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.
Right now
Rising
Next high 10:57 AM, 4.8 ft (1.45 m), in 6 h 20 min.
Today · Sat, Nov 14
- Low4:01 AM1.2 ft 0.35 m
- High10:57 AM4.8 ft 1.45 m
- Low5:20 PM1.0 ft 0.31 m
- High11:33 PM3.4 ft 1.04 m
Tide chart
Next 7 days
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Tide station
Cape Island Creek, Cape May · NOAA 8535902
Full station tides →Tide by spot
The tide height and direction each break likes.
- Broadway Beach1.0–4.5 ft
- Poverty Beach0.5–3.5 ft · falling
- The Cove (Cape May)0.5–3.5 ft · rising
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
3 spots
Broadway Beach
IntermediateBroadway Beach faces south — unique in NJ — making NE winds offshore here when everywhere else is blown out.
Poverty Beach
AdvancedPoverty Beach sits on Cape May's east-facing shore, producing hollow A-frames on solid E-SE swells. Advanced surfers only.
The Cove (Cape May)
IntermediateThe Cove is a rare NJ point break producing left tubes on solid south swells. One of the East Coast's best-kept secrets.
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What to focus on today
- Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
- How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
- Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
- Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Cape May
- Tide preferences vary by spot in Cape May. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
- Tides significantly impact surf conditions in Cape May. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
- You can check tide charts for Cape May on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.
