Shoal-sensitive coastal hop along the Jersey Shore. Best in settled weather; favor 2-3 miles offshore to avoid trap buoys and shoaling near Barnegat.
Updated daily with ECMWF data for Barnegat Inlet, NJ to Manasquan Inlet, NJ. This page shows the latest forecast snapshot, route distance, waypoint count, and the first forecast points so search engines can read meaningful route-specific content without JavaScript.
Expect a majority of reaching conditions with steady motion. Winds range from 2 to 7 kts with waves 1.1 to 2.3 ft with period of 5 to 6 seconds. Overall, seas and wind frequently opposed, expect confused motion. Wind angles: 33% following, 67% reaching. Sea state: 67% cross-seas, 33% opposed.