84°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
70%
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Lake County, OH · Great Lakes
Headlands Beach State Park
9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
Ohio's longest natural sand beach — a mile of Lake Erie shoreline at the mouth of the Grand River in Mentor. The adjacent Headlands Dunes State Nature Preserve protects a rare inland-dunes habitat; the Fairport Harbor Lighthouse is across the river mouth.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
70% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. West wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 10pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. West wind 6 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 70% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — severe thunderstorm watch issued september 9 at 2:52pm edt until september 9 at 11:00pm edt by nws cleveland oh
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28 Sunbathe
0 Walk
22 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued September 9 at 2:52PM EDT until September 9 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
W
Rain
70%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:59 AM
Sunset
7:46 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Partly Sunny
6%
84
75°
Sunny
0%
85
80°
Mostly Sunny
14%
82
78°
Partly Sunny
11%
83
80°
Mostly Sunny
9%
84
83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
25
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 70% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free state park lot.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed on the beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Headlands Beach State Park today?
Headlands Beach State 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 Headlands Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Headlands Beach State Park?
Entry to Headlands Beach State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Headlands Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Headlands Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Headlands Beach State Park?
Amenities at Headlands Beach State Park include restrooms, showers, concession (seasonal), picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Headlands Beach State Park?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Headlands Beach State Park located?
Headlands Beach State Park is in Lake County, OH, at 9601 Headlands Rd, Mentor, OH 44060.
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