83°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
29
Charles County, MD · Potomac River
Chapel Point State Park
Chapel Point Rd, Port Tobacco, MD 20677
An undeveloped 600-acre state park on the Port Tobacco River (a Potomac tributary) five miles south of La Plata. Natural sand boat launch, kayak launch, primitive paddle-in campsite by permit, fishing, and quiet shoreline. No developed swim beach or lifeguards.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · 53% rain
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 11am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. East wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 53% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 69% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
24 /100
skip
0 Swim
45 Sunbathe
12 Walk
34 Fish
29 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 mph
E
Rain
53%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:39 PM
0.3 ft · in 5.5h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
69% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:53 AM
Sunset
8:33 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:12 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 8:56 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 2:57 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 8:39 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:10 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 9:52 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 3:54 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 9:43 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:07 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:43 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 4:48 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 10:42 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:01 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:32 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:41 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:38 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:55 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 12:21 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:33 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:33 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:49 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 1:08 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:27 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:28 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:44 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 1:55 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:20 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8578769, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Partly Sunny
7%
85
88°
Sunny
1%
84
96°
Sunny
1%
70
92°
Sunny
3%
78
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
45
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 53% 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
3:10 AM - 4:10 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Gravel lot near the boat launch.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash year-round.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Chapel Point Rd, Port Tobacco, MD 20677
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Chapel Point State Park today?
Chapel Point State Park 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 Chapel Point State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash year-round.
Is there an entry fee at Chapel Point State Park?
Entry to Chapel Point State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Chapel Point State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Chapel Point State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Chapel Point State Park?
Amenities at Chapel Point State Park include natural sand boat launch, kayak launch, paddle-in campsite, portable restrooms, picnic area, trails.
When is the water warmest at Chapel Point State Park?
The tidal Potomac peaks in late July and August at 78-82°F. Swimmable from mid-June into September.
Where is Chapel Point State Park located?
Chapel Point State Park is in Charles County, MD, at Chapel Point Rd, Port Tobacco, MD 20677.
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