83°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
44
Dorchester County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)
Somerset Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613
A Cambridge waterfront park at the end of Somerset Avenue on the Choptank River. Small sandy beach, boat ramp, docks, playgrounds, pavilions, and walking paths. Free and pet-friendly — Cambridge's easy-access public waterfront.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 11am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. East wind 8 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 22% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 69% 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
65 Sunbathe
33 Walk
14 Fish
34 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
Cloudy
Wind
8 to 12 mph
E
Rain
22%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–02 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
8:52 PM
0.1 ft · in 5.7h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
69% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:49 AM
Sunset
8:29 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
0%
86
88°
Sunny
1%
84
94°
Sunny
1%
73
93°
Sunny
2%
76
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
43
91°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
41
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 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
Free lot.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome throughout the park.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Somerset Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) today?
Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle 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 Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome throughout the park.
Is there an entry fee at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)?
Entry to Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)?
Amenities at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) include beach, boat ramp, docks, pavilion, playgrounds, playing field, walking paths.
When is the water warmest at Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park)?
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 Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) located?
Great Marsh Park (Gerry Boyle Park) is in Dorchester County, MD, at Somerset Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613.
Nearby Beaches
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