Weather Report for the Jersey Shore This Weekend
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It’s going to be a wet and stormy Friday night and Saturday at the Jersey Shore, but that doesn’t mean you have to cancel your trip. You can enjoy the shore’s best restaurants, arcades and indoor activities such as axe throwing, iPlay America indoor arcade, Adventure Sports Indoor Golf Center and the Jersey Shore nightlife.
This afternoon, expect showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly before 2 p.m., with continued showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m. Some storms may produce heavy rainfall, with a high near 83°F and south winds around 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%, with new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch possible.
Tonight, showers and thunderstorms are likely, followed by showers and a possible thunderstorm after 11 p.m. Some storms could bring heavy rainfall, with patchy fog and a low around 72°F. South winds will be around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
On Saturday, showers and possibly a thunderstorm are expected before 2 p.m., followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Patchy fog is likely before 11 a.m., with a high near 86°F and southwest winds around 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%, with new rainfall amounts between a half and three-quarters of an inch possible.
Saturday night, there is a 30% chance of showers before 8 p.m. Patchy fog may develop after 11 p.m., with partly cloudy skies and a low around 71°F. Winds will be calm, and new precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch are possible.
Sunday will start with areas of fog before 8 a.m., then turn sunny with a high near 93°F. Winds will become northwest around 5 mph.
Indoor Activities at the Jersey Shore
If the weather disrupts your beach plans, here are some engaging indoor activities to enjoy at the Jersey Shore:
Aquariums:
- Atlantic City Aquarium in Gardener’s Basin, Atlantic City: Features a variety of marine life, including a touch tank for hands-on experiences.
- Jenkinson’s Aquarium in Point Pleasant: Home to penguins, seals, sharks, and various fish species.
Escape Rooms:
- Escape at the Shore in Northfield offers themed escape rooms that are fun for groups and families.
- Cloak & Dagger Escape Rooms in Wildwood provides challenging puzzles and immersive experiences.
Indoor Mini Golf:
- Haunted Golf on the Ocean City Boardwalk offers a spooky twist to the traditional mini golf experience.
Trampoline Parks:
- Get Air Trampoline Park in Mays Landing and Skyzone in Lakewood are great places for kids to burn off energy.
- Urban Air in Toms River provides various activities including trampoline jumping and obstacle courses.
Bowling Alleys:
- The Lucky Snake Arcade in Atlantic City and King Pin Bowl in Egg Harbor Township offer bowling along with other entertainment options.
IMAX Movies:
- Tropicana Resort in Atlantic City and Tilton Square Theatre in Northfield both feature IMAX theaters for an immersive movie experience.
These activities ensure that even a rainy day at the Jersey Shore can be filled with fun and excitement.