83°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
29%
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Wicomico County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Cove Road Beach
A small Wicomico County community-scale waterfront access on the Nanticoke near Nanticoke village. Modest shoreline, primarily used by locals for wading and fishing. Quiet, unimproved, and exactly what the MDE monitoring list catches but travel sites miss.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9am and 11am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. East wind 8 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind 7 to 12 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 29% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 61% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — coastal flood statement issued july 12 at 4:03am edt until july 13 at 1:00am edt by nws wakefield va
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0 Swim
59 Sunbathe
27 Walk
11 Fish
32 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Statement
Coastal Flood Statement issued July 12 at 4:03AM EDT until July 13 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties. In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...From this evening through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
8 to 13 mph
E
Rain
29%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:17 PM
-0.1 ft · in 4.1h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
61% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:49 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
1%
85
85°
Sunny
1%
86
89°
Sunny
2%
81
90°
Sunny
3%
80
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
47
88°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
45
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°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
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Limited roadside parking.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Cove Rd, Nanticoke, MD 21840
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cove Road Beach today?
Cove Road 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 Cove Road Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Cove Road Beach?
Entry to Cove Road Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Cove Road Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cove Road Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cove Road Beach?
Amenities at Cove Road Beach include shoreline access.
When is the water warmest at Cove Road 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 Cove Road Beach located?
Cove Road Beach is in Wicomico County, MD, at Cove Rd, Nanticoke, MD 21840.
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