Rockingham County, NH · Atlantic Ocean

Hampton Beach

New Hampshire's flagship beach — a 1-mile sand strand backed by Ocean Boulevard, arcades, fried dough, free summer concerts at the Seashell Stage, and a Friday-night fireworks tradition. The summer-vacation New England beach in concentrated form. Hampton State Beach is the official designation; locals just say "Hampton."

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:18pm edt until september 10 at 8:00pm edt by nws gray me

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Best for walking today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:18PM EDT until September 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

NWS · In effect through Sep 10, 8:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

69°F

Cloudy

Wind

—

Rain

Today

UV Peak

6 High

Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~33m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 03 PM

Tomorrow

—°F

Water

Water Temp

—

Next High Tide

10:38 PM

10.3 ft · in 3.4h

Wave Height

2.6 ft

4s · SE swell

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ154)

The GYX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.

NHZ014 Coastal Rockingham — Portsmouth and Hampton n/a
MEZ023 Coastal York — Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit, n/a
MEZ024 Coastal Cumberland — Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent n/a
MEZ025 Sagadahoc — Reid State Park and Popham n/a
MEZ026 Lincoln — Pemaquid n/a
MEZ027 Knox — Birch Point n/a
MEZ028 Coastal Waldo — Moose Point State Park n/a

NWS SRF · GYX · Issued Sep 9, 2:41 PM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

7:05 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
4:00 AM	Low	-0.3 ft
10:21 AM	High	9.2 ft
4:14 PM	Low	0.2 ft
10:38 PM	High	10.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:51 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
11:12 AM	High	9.6 ft
5:08 PM	Low	-0.2 ft
11:31 PM	High	10.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:39 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
11:59 AM	High	9.9 ft
5:58 PM	Low	-0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:20 AM	High	10.2 ft
6:23 AM	Low	-0.5 ft
12:43 PM	High	10.1 ft
6:46 PM	Low	-0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:07 AM	High	9.9 ft
7:06 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
1:25 PM	High	10.0 ft
7:32 PM	Low	-0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:52 AM	High	9.5 ft
7:48 AM	Low	0.3 ft
2:06 PM	High	9.8 ft
8:17 PM	Low	-0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:36 AM	High	9.0 ft
8:30 AM	Low	0.8 ft
2:48 PM	High	9.5 ft
9:04 PM	Low	0.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Paid municipal lots and metered street parking along Ocean Blvd. Fills early on weekends.

Dogs

Dogs allowed on Hampton Beach only before 8 AM and after 6 PM, Memorial Day – Labor Day, leashed. Permitted any time, leashed, Labor Day – Memorial Day. NH State Beach properties (the state park section) prohibit pets entirely May 1 – Sep 30.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

160 Ocean Blvd, Hampton, NH 03842

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersarcadesrestaurantsshopsboardwalkconcert stage

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Hampton Beach today?

Hampton 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 Hampton Beach dog-friendly?

Is there an entry fee at Hampton Beach?

Entry to Hampton Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Hampton Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hampton Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Hampton Beach?

Amenities at Hampton Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, arcades, restaurants, shops, boardwalk, concert stage.

When is the water warmest at Hampton 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 Hampton Beach located?

Hampton Beach is in Rockingham County, NH, at 160 Ocean Blvd, Hampton, NH 03842.