Sandy Hook, NJ
Sunrise to Sunset
476 miles
33
°F
1
10
mph
43
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~6Beach Alerts
Good Conditions
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About This Beach
Sandy Hook Beach, part of Gateway National Recreation Area, offers a diverse experience with various beach sections, some lifeguarded and others not. It features a mix of calm and wavy waters, historical sites (Fort Hancock, lighthouse), and even a clothing-optional beach. Facilities include restrooms, showers (though cleanliness varies), and food trucks, but visitors should be prepared to carry in and carry out their trash.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Clothing Optional
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Rentals
Activities & Rentals
Surfing
Kayaking
Beachgoers Reviews
4.7
Average Rating
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 3:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 33° | 2 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 32° | 1 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 31° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 31° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 31° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 31° | 0 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 30° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 3:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 38°F | 1.4 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -2.7 ft |
| 16:00 | 38°F | 1.3 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -2.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 38°F | 1.2 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -1.7 ft |
| 18:00 | 38°F | 1.2 ft | 7s | ↘ SE | -1.8 ft |
| 19:00 | 38°F | 1.2 ft | 7s | ↘ SE | -2.2 ft |
| 20:00 | 38°F | 1.2 ft | 7s | ↘ SE | -2.9 ft |