Sandy Hook, NJ – A dense fog advisory is in effect for coastal waters off Sandy Hook and surrounding areas until 9 a.m. Monday, creating hazardous conditions for mariners.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, dense fog will reduce visibility to 1 nautical mile or less in waters stretching from Sandy Hook to Little Egg Inlet, New Jersey. Simultaneously, a small craft advisory remains in place until 6 a.m. Tuesday, warning of southwest winds between 10 to 20 knots with gusts reaching up to 30 knots and seas building to 4 to 7 feet.
The combination of limited visibility and choppy seas poses significant risks to smaller vessels. Inexperienced mariners are urged to avoid navigating in these conditions. Those who must travel should ensure all running lights are activated, use radar and compass navigation, and emit proper fog signals.
This type of marine weather event is not uncommon along New Jersey’s coast in early spring, when fluctuating temperatures and moist air create ideal conditions for dense fog. Mariners planning early-week trips should delay departure if possible or follow updated advisories through the National Weather Service and local harbor alerts.
