83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
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Calvert County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Breezy Point Beach
5230 Breezy Point Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
A 1/2-mile sandy Calvert County beach with a netted swimming area (jellyfish barrier), fishing pier, and on-site campground. One of the few Chesapeake beaches with a real swim-netted lagoon.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · 82°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. East wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southeast wind 6 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 33% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 68% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
21 /100
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0 Swim
56 Sunbathe
25 Walk
24 Fish
31 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Cloudy
Wind
12 mph
E
Rain
33%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:02 PM
0.1 ft · in 2.0h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
68% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:51 AM
Sunset
8:31 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Partly Sunny
1%
86
88°
Sunny
0%
84
96°
Sunny
1%
71
90°
Sunny
3%
80
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
48
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
44
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 33% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot at entrance.
Dogs
Dogs not permitted on the beach during season.
Entry Fee
$8/person resident, $15/person non-resident (May-Sep)
Address
5230 Breezy Point Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Breezy Point Beach today?
Breezy Point Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Breezy Point Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs not permitted on the beach during season.
Is there an entry fee at Breezy Point Beach?
$8/person resident, $15/person non-resident (May-Sep)
Are there lifeguards at Breezy Point Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Breezy Point Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Breezy Point Beach?
Amenities at Breezy Point Beach include netted swim area, fishing pier, campground, restrooms, picnic pavilions.
When is the water warmest at Breezy Point Beach?
The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Breezy Point Beach located?
Breezy Point Beach is in Calvert County, MD, at 5230 Breezy Point Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732.
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