85°
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Harford County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park
2035 Kearney Dr, Joppa, MD 21085
A compact Joppatowne community park on the Gunpowder River with a small beach-access area, fishing pier, and boat ramp. Neighborhood-scale and quiet — a convenient shoreline fix, not a destination swim beach.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for fishing.
82°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 85. East wind 6 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southeast wind 1 to 8 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
85 /100
ideal
84 Swim
81 Sunbathe
85 Walk
87 Fish
81 Photo
Best for fishing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
6 to 9 mph
E
Rain
6%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:17 PM
0.8 ft · in 4.1h
Sea Nettles
Low nettle risk
30% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Elevated
80 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Sunny
0%
86
89°
Sunny
0%
83
97°
Sunny
5%
69
92°
Sunny
3%
78
90°
Mostly Sunny
8%
80
90°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
39
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 82°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
7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Small free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2035 Kearney Dr, Joppa, MD 21085
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park today?
Jean S. Roberts Memorial 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 Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park?
Entry to Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park?
Amenities at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park include boat ramp, fishing pier, playground, picnic tables, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Jean S. Roberts Memorial 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 Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park located?
Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park is in Harford County, MD, at 2035 Kearney Dr, Joppa, MD 21085.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS