WORLD WIND ENERGY NET

A. Over the year the wind speed offshore in New Jersey varies between 5 to 9 m/s. The offshore wind in New Jersey peaks between October to April and is highest in December/January. It is lowest in July/August. The wind speed offshore can varies roughly 1.5 m/s over the day. In addition, during the summer months because of the thermal difference between the temperature of the water and the land a sea breeze circulation develops along the shore. The sea breeze can increase wind speeds between four m/s one half mile offshore to one m/s six miles offshore. Overall the wind is steadier and more predictable offshore.