What’s the perfect beach weather according to NJ residents?

This might be the summer question for the ages. What is perfect Jersey Shore beach weather?

The Perfect Jersey Shore Beach Day

We all know that if you get a 79-degree day with no humidity in New Jersey, that’s a perfect weather day. But is it a perfect beach day? Some New Jersey residents say it’s not.

Some New Jersey beach lovers like the day to be a little hotter and the sun a little stronger.

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About a third of the Garden State beachgoers we spoke to want the temperature to be in the 90s and a little bit of humidity. They apparently want to bake in the sun so they can cool off in the ocean. That sounds good to me.

The Non-Beach New Jersey Residents

And this may surprise you. Nearly one in five New Jersey residents stay away from the beach all summer long, but that has nothing to do with the weather. They don’t want to deal with the crowds, parking, and the tourists.

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Let’s get back to the weather. After consulting with New Jersey residents and frequent beach-goers, we have put together the perfect New Jersey beach weather day. It’s not ideal for everyone, but I don’t think anyone will complain about it.

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Sunshine with occasional passing puffy clouds. Daytime temperatures between 79 and 83 degrees and a gentle breeze. Ocean temperature is 78 degrees.
If you get that day to land on your vacation week, you’ll be jumping for joy.