Local weather forecast

Weather in Cape May Point, NJ

Updated 2026-09-26 11:15 local time · ZIP codes 08212

Light drizzle
Now61°F

Light drizzle

High / Low64° / 57°
Rain chance88%
Wind30 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Gale Warning issued September 25 at 6:58PM EDT until September 27 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and extremely rough waters. * WHERE...Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Storm Warning issued September 26 at 2:57AM EDT until September 26 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and extremely rough waters. * WHERE...Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

Storm Warning issued September 25 at 6:58PM EDT until September 26 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

Storm Warning issued September 26 at 2:57AM EDT until September 26 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas 10 to 15 ft. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowLight drizzle61°42% rain
12 PMLight rain61°65% rain
1 PMLight drizzle60°48% rain
2 PMLight drizzle60°56% rain
3 PMPatchy rain nearby60°30% rain
4 PMPatchy rain nearby60°37% rain
5 PMPatchy rain nearby60°36% rain
6 PMLight rain60°71% rain
7 PMLight rain shower60°59% rain
8 PMLight rain shower59°48% rain
9 PMLight rain shower59°58% rain
10 PMLight rain shower59°43% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light drizzle
64° 57°Light drizzle
Rain 88%Gust 34 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
62° 59°Light rain shower
Rain 86%Gust 26 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
65° 61°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 48%Gust 18 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like46°F
Humidity77%
Pressure29.79 inHg
Visibility1 mi
Wind30 mph N
Wind gusts43 mph
Precipitation0.01 in
UV index1
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:51 AM
Sunset06:51 PM
Moonrise06:40 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour6 AM · 62°F
Coolest hour9 PM · 59°F
Highest rain chance4 AM · 72%
Strongest gusts11 AM · 43 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 71% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 46°F with winds near 30 mph.

Best window: 3 PM

60°F, 30% rain chance and 29 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 1 mi; gusts may reach 43 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 61°F, wind 30 mph, rain chance up to 71%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 1.

Local weather characteristics in Cape May Point

New Jersey has humid summers, cool to cold winters and both inland and coastal weather influences. Coastal storms and nor'easters can bring strong wind and heavy precipitation.

Cape May Point is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 38.94°N latitude and 74.96°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Cape May Point weather today

Light drizzle and 61°F in Cape May Point, NJ. Today's high is 64°F with a 88% rain chance. Winds are around 30 mph with gusts near 43 mph. Relative humidity is 77%, pressure is 29.79 inHg, and visibility is about 1 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Cape May Point

Sunrise is at 06:51 AM and sunset is at 06:51 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 62°F and a low near 59°F. The maximum rain chance is 86%.

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