82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
55%
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Charles County, MD · Potomac River
Friendship Farm Park
Friendship Landing Rd, Nanjemoy, MD 20662
A quiet 253-acre Charles County park on Nanjemoy Creek near its mouth on the Potomac. Small sandy shoreline, kayak launch, fishing pier, and open fields — a rural waterfront park more than a swim beach.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 55% rain · 84°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 11am, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 11am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 82. East wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. East wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 55% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
28 /100
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25 Swim
44 Sunbathe
11 Walk
33 Fish
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
7 mph
E
Rain
55%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
5:23 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.2h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:54 AM
Sunset
8:33 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Partly Sunny
9%
85
88°
Sunny
1%
84
96°
Sunny
1%
71
95°
Sunny
3%
72
92°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
42
92°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
37
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 55% 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
Free paved lot near the pier.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Friendship Landing Rd, Nanjemoy, MD 20662
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Friendship Farm Park today?
Friendship Farm 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 Friendship Farm Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome.
Is there an entry fee at Friendship Farm Park?
Entry to Friendship Farm Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Friendship Farm Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Friendship Farm Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Friendship Farm Park?
Amenities at Friendship Farm Park include fishing pier, kayak launch, picnic area, playground, restrooms, trails.
When is the water warmest at Friendship Farm Park?
The tidal Potomac peaks in late July and August at 78-82°F. Swimmable from mid-June into September.
Where is Friendship Farm Park located?
Friendship Farm Park is in Charles County, MD, at Friendship Landing Rd, Nanjemoy, MD 20662.
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