79°
Sunny
0%
86
Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Craigville Beach
966 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632
A south-facing Cape Cod beach in Centerville with the warmest Cape water (no Labrador Current — this side faces Nantucket Sound). Long-time family favorite, gentle surf, walkable from the village. Iyanough Hills behind.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
79°F air · 74°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 79. Northeast wind 2 to 7 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 59. South wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 74°F water — swimmable, refreshing
85 /100
ideal
84 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Clear
Wind
2 to 7 mph
NE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
74°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
4:52 PM
0.2 ft · in 1.6h
Barometer
30.13 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:17 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:38 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 4:52 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:07 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:37 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 5:55 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:49 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:03 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 12:32 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 6:54 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:44 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 7:56 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 1:26 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 7:52 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:39 AM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 8:47 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 2:19 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 8:48 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:33 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 9:35 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 3:13 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 9:43 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:29 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 10:22 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 4:07 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 10:38 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447435, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
0%
83
85°
Sunny
0%
76
89°
Sunny
6%
77
85°
Sunny
3%
83
84°
Mostly Sunny
6%
84
82°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
75
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 74°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Town lot — non-resident parking fee in season.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 1 – September 15.
Entry Fee
Per-vehicle parking fee for non-residents.
Address
966 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Craigville Beach today?
Craigville 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 Craigville Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 1 – September 15.
Is there an entry fee at Craigville Beach?
Per-vehicle parking fee for non-residents.
Are there lifeguards at Craigville Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Craigville Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Craigville Beach?
Amenities at Craigville Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar.
When is the water warmest at Craigville 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 Craigville Beach located?
Craigville Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at 966 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS