57°
Chance Light Rain
43%
31
York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Goose Rocks Beach
Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Three miles of soft sand sheltered by an offshore barrier reef, giving Goose Rocks unusually calm, shallow water by Maine standards. Residential, low-rise, and protective of its piping plover colonies — expect tight permit enforcement and seasonal nesting closures.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
57°F air · 43% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of rain and patchy fog. Cloudy, with a high near 57. North wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain before 7pm, then a chance of rain and patchy fog between 7pm and 9pm, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain between 9pm and 11pm, then a chance of rain and patchy fog between 11pm and 2am, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain between 2am and 3am, then rain and patchy fog. Cloudy, with a low around 40. North wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 57°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 43% rain — rain likely at some point
31 /100
skip
19 Sunbathe
42 Walk
60 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
57°F
Light Rain and Fog/Mist
Wind
10 mph
N
Rain
43%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
10 Good
Ozone · Southwest Coast
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
56°F
Light Rain Likely then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
10:00 PM
9.0 ft · in 3.5h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · NNE swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:24 AM
Sunset
4:26 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:08 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:29 AM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 3:41 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:00 PM | High | 9.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:52 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:10 AM | High | 9.9 ft |
| 4:26 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:45 PM | High | 8.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:32 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:50 AM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 5:07 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:26 PM | High | 8.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:11 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 11:28 AM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 5:47 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 5:49 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 12:05 PM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 6:26 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:45 AM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 6:28 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 12:44 PM | High | 9.3 ft |
| 7:06 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:24 AM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 7:07 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 1:24 PM | High | 9.1 ft |
| 7:47 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
56°
Light Rain Likely then Partly Sunny
65%
20
56°
Mostly Sunny
14%
54
55°
Mostly Sunny
3%
56
55°
Sunny
8%
55
51°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
16%
49
48°
Chance Light Snow then Chance Light Rain
29%
32
What to Bring Today
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 43% rain chance
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 57°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Permit required Saturday of Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day, 8 AM – 5 PM. Daily $40, weekly $200 (no cash); seasonal $325 online.
Dogs
Apr 1 – Jun 14 leashed only. Jun 15 – Labor Day no dogs 9 AM – 5 PM, leashed other times. Labor Day – Sep 15 leashed. Sep 16 – Mar 31 leashed noon – 6 PM, otherwise under voice control.
Entry Fee
$40 daily / $200 weekly parking permit (in season)
Address
Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Goose Rocks Beach today?
Goose Rocks 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 Goose Rocks Beach dog-friendly?
Apr 1 – Jun 14 leashed only. Jun 15 – Labor Day no dogs 9 AM – 5 PM, leashed other times. Labor Day – Sep 15 leashed. Sep 16 – Mar 31 leashed noon – 6 PM, otherwise under voice control.
Is there an entry fee at Goose Rocks Beach?
$40 daily / $200 weekly parking permit (in season)
Are there lifeguards at Goose Rocks Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Goose Rocks Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Goose Rocks Beach?
Amenities at Goose Rocks Beach include restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Goose Rocks 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 Goose Rocks Beach located?
Goose Rocks Beach is in York County, ME, at Kings Highway, Kennebunkport, ME 04046.
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