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.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 81°F water · 85°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 85. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 72. South wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Weather

85°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Moderate nettle risk — 59% probability — expect some stings

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 12:18pm edt until september 10 at 7:00am edt by nws baltimore md/washington dc

60 /100

good

40 Swim

77 Sunbathe

84 Walk

39 Fish

80 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 0.5 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 8577330 · Observed 1.99 ft · Predicted 1.46 ft

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 12:18PM EDT until September 10 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

NWS · In effect through Sep 10, 7:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Drum Point MD. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

85°F

Sunny

Wind

15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

89°F

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

81°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

7:44 PM

0.3 ft · in 27m

Sea Nettles

Moderate nettle risk

59% probability · Gooses Reef buoy

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:42 AM

Sunset

7:24 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
1:11 AM	High	1.8 ft
7:36 AM	Low	0.6 ft
1:14 PM	High	1.7 ft
7:44 PM	Low	0.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:57 AM	High	1.8 ft
8:22 AM	Low	0.5 ft
2:07 PM	High	1.8 ft
8:35 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:41 AM	High	1.8 ft
9:05 AM	Low	0.4 ft
2:58 PM	High	1.8 ft
9:24 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:23 AM	High	1.8 ft
9:47 AM	Low	0.4 ft
3:47 PM	High	1.8 ft
10:11 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:05 AM	High	1.7 ft
10:29 AM	Low	0.4 ft
4:34 PM	High	1.8 ft
10:58 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:46 AM	High	1.7 ft
11:11 AM	Low	0.4 ft
5:21 PM	High	1.7 ft
11:46 PM	Low	0.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:29 AM	High	1.6 ft
11:54 AM	Low	0.4 ft
6:08 PM	High	1.7 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8577330, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

85°

Sunny

Thu Sep 10

89°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

25%

Fri Sep 11

79°

Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

43%

Sat Sep 12

80°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

56%

Sun Sep 13

83°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

53%

Mon Sep 14

82°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

83°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°F

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

10:40 PM - 12:40 AM

Minor

4:30 AM - 5:30 AM

Major

10:50 AM - 12:50 PM

Minor

6:20 PM - 7:20 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

netted swim areafishing piercampgroundrestroomspicnic pavilions

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.