SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – The Jersey Shore will be treated to a beautiful summer day on Sunday to close out the weekend, but rain is on the not-so-distant horizon.
While the weather turns for the better on Sunday, the National Weather Service has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for coastal portions of Ocean County, New Jersey, which includes warnings about rip currents and minor coastal flooding.
Sunday is expected to be mostly sunny, with a high near 78 degrees Fahrenheit. The day will see a moderate risk of rip currents, so beachgoers and swimmers are urged to exercise caution when entering the water. The North wind will blow at around 10 mph, adding a refreshing breeze to the warm day.
Sunday night may bring a slight chance of showers after 2 am, with a 20% chance of precipitation. The night sky will be partly cloudy, and temperatures will dip to around 67 degrees Fahrenheit. The West wind, initially around 5 mph, will become north in the evening.
On Monday, the weather will remain pleasant, with mostly sunny conditions and a high temperature of about 79 degrees Fahrenheit. A slight chance of showers before 2 pm exists, but it’s nothing to worry about, with only a 20% chance of precipitation. The Northwest wind will blow at 5 to 10 mph, providing a gentle breeze.
Coastal residents and visitors in Ocean County should be prepared for some potential hazards over the next few days.
On Sunday, a moderate risk of rip currents exists, so those heading to the beaches should be cautious while swimming. For detailed information on other weather hazards, residents can visit weather.gov/phi/ehwo.
Minor coastal flooding is expected on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. The tides may cause some localized flooding in low-lying areas near the coast. Additionally, Sunday carries a moderate risk of rip currents, so beachgoers should be extra vigilant while enjoying the waters.
Authorities and local authorities are closely monitoring the situation and will update residents and visitors if there are any significant changes in the weather conditions.