62°
Patchy Fog
8%
50
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 photography.
62°F air · 58°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. West wind around 8 mph.
Tonight
A chance of rain after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. West wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 62°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
50 /100
ok
44 Swim
44 Sunbathe
66 Walk
90 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
62°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
8 mph
W
Rain
8%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
31 Good
Ozone · Cape Cod and Islands
Tomorrow
60°F
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:49 PM
5.1 ft · in 4.3h
Wave Height
0.7 ft
offshore buoy
Barometer
29.61 inHg
1003 hPa · buoy 44020
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 9mo ago: clean
USGS · not a current condition
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:20 AM
Sunset
4:29 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:26 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 10:18 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 5:04 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:49 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:10 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:00 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 5:52 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:34 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:51 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:40 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 6:37 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:17 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 6:31 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 12:18 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM | High | 4.8 ft |
| 7:09 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 12:56 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 8:02 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:43 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 7:48 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 1:35 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 8:43 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:26 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 8:27 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 9:23 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447435, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
20%
36
57°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
31%
36
57°
Sunny
0%
48
58°
Sunny
1%
51
54°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
19%
42
52°
Light Rain Likely
64%
5
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
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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