80°
Mostly Cloudy
6%
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Fairfield County, CT · Atlantic Ocean
Calf Pasture Beach
95 Calf Pasture Beach Road, Norwalk, CT 06855
Norwalk's flagship beach: three-quarters of a mile of Sound shoreline with a splash pad, playground, skate park, and sailing school all in one footprint. Calm Long Island Sound water and lots of grass behind the sand make it the rare beach that doubles as a town park.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
80°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy. High near 80, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy. Low around 73, with temperatures rising to around 75 overnight. Southwest wind 10 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
77 /100
great
72 Sunbathe
81 Walk
75 Fish
86 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
10:42 PM
7.2 ft · in 3.4h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ335)
The OKX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NYZ075 Kings (Brooklyn) — Coney Island Beach and Manhattan Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:28 AM
Sunset
7:14 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:20 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 4:31 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:42 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:01 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:10 AM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 5:22 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 11:31 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:46 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:56 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 6:10 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:18 AM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 6:29 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 12:39 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 6:56 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 7:11 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 1:22 PM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 7:41 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:48 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 7:53 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 2:05 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 8:27 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:34 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 8:36 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 2:50 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 9:13 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8465705, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
24%
72
75°
Sunny
2%
84
75°
Mostly Sunny
2%
84
77°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
34
77°
Mostly Sunny
3%
84
77°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
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
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Non-residents: 130 first-come spots. $42/car weekday before 5 PM, $72 Sat/Sun, $30 after 5 PM. Season May 15 – Oct 15.
Dogs
Dogs not allowed on the beach during the season.
Entry Fee
$42 weekday / $72 weekend non-resident parking
Address
95 Calf Pasture Beach Road, Norwalk, CT 06855
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Calf Pasture Beach today?
Calf Pasture 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Calf Pasture Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs not allowed on the beach during the season.
Is there an entry fee at Calf Pasture Beach?
$42 weekday / $72 weekend non-resident parking
Are there lifeguards at Calf Pasture Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Calf Pasture Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Calf Pasture Beach?
Amenities at Calf Pasture Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, playground, picnic area, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Calf Pasture Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Calf Pasture Beach located?
Calf Pasture Beach is in Fairfield County, CT, at 95 Calf Pasture Beach Road, Norwalk, CT 06855.
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