Jersey Shore Small Craft Advisory Issued for June 14

A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for the Jersey Shore from 1 p.m. until midnight on Sunday, June 14. Conditions are hazardous for inexperienced mariners and small vessels, with a recommendation to avoid navigating in these conditions.

Winds will come from the southwest at 7‑18 mph, gusting to 25 mph (6‑16 kt, gusts 22 kt). Waves are expected to be 1‑2 ft. The UV index is forecast at 10 (very high). Tide times for several points—including Sandy Hook, Long Branch, Manasquan Inlet, and others—are listed, with high and low tides ranging between 7:10 a.m. and 2:48 p.m.

The broader marine forecast from the National Weather Service predicts southwest winds of 5‑10 kt turning south 15‑20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt today, seas building to 4‑6 ft later in the week, and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mariners are advised to monitor updates and heed the advisory.