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Cape May, NJ Fishing Forecast
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Erma, NJ · ZIP 08204 · NWS PHI forecast updated Oct 23, 2:18 PM
Is it too windy to fish in Cape May right now?
2:00 PM: wind 15 mph NE, gusts 22 mph · Sunny
Breezy — fishable
Breezy — fishable
Yes — too windy
Rough
Right-now fishing score: 36 (Sit it out) for boat fishing. Pressure 1027 hPa, trend +0.4 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Cape May fishing today
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: east/northeast wind (NE) said to slow the bite, small minus
- Stable high pressure (1027 hPa) — bluebird conditions, go deeper/slower
- Breezy but fishable (15 mph)
- Light breeze — good chop (10 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
Best times
- 4:00 PM–6:00 PM 40 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 54 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (10 mph)
- 9:00 PM–11:00 PM 48 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
Cape May fishing tomorrow
- Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: east/northeast wind (NE) said to slow the bite, small minus
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction not scored
Best times
- 7:00 AM–9:00 AM 62 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 67 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (10 mph)
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 62 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
7-day fishing outlook for Cape May
45–59°F · Waxing Gibbous
42–59°F · Waxing Gibbous
44–59°F · Waxing Gibbous
46–63°F · Full Moon
49–62°F · Waning Gibbous
48–61°F · Waning Gibbous
53–65°F · Waning Gibbous
Hunting conditions near Cape May
Deer movement score today 84 (Good deer movement expected) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 5:00 PM–6:41 PM 95 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Stable high pressure (1027 hPa) · Cooler than normal by ~4°F (est.)
- 7:00 AM–9:00 AM 82 out of 100 Dawn movement window · Wind 5 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady NE wind (within ±0° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 75 out of 100 Wind 10 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady E wind (within ±26° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone · Moon overhead/underfoot (major period)
Cape May at a glance
| Coordinates | 38.972, -74.916 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| NWS forecast office / grid | PHI 65,36 |
| Grid elevation | 7 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KWWD (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 7:18 AM / 6:11 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 92% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 2/5 |
Solunar calendar for Cape May
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Scores are heuristics combining NWS forecast data with traditional solunar theory. They are not validated predictions of fish or deer behavior. Always check official forecasts, regulations and legal shooting hours.
New Jersey fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife. Always check current New Jersey fishing regulations before you go.
More New Jersey locations: Newark, Atlantic City · New Jersey fishing forecast
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Cape May?
This forecast scores today 49/100 (“Marginal”) for Cape May, based on the NWS PHI hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Cape May today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM (40), 6:00 PM–8:00 PM (54), 9:00 PM–11:00 PM (48) local time (America/New_York).
Is it too windy to fish in Cape May right now?
Current forecast wind is 15 mph with gusts to 22 mph: shore breezy, boat breezy, kayak too windy by our heuristic thresholds.
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