84°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
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Calvert County, MD · Patuxent River
Kings Landing Park
3255 Kings Landing Rd, Huntingtown, MD 20639
A 260-acre park on the Patuxent River with a small sandy beach, fishing pier, canoe/kayak launch, and several miles of wooded trails. Quiet and family-oriented.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · 82°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. East wind 3 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 36% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 69% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
30 /100
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0 Swim
56 Sunbathe
23 Walk
41 Fish
31 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
36%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:02 PM
0.1 ft · in 3.9h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
69% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:52 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Partly Sunny
2%
86
90°
Sunny
1%
81
99°
Sunny
1%
66
94°
Sunny
3%
74
93°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
40
94°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
33
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 36% rain chance
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
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3255 Kings Landing Rd, Huntingtown, MD 20639
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Kings Landing Park today?
Kings Landing 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 Kings Landing Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Kings Landing Park?
Entry to Kings Landing Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Kings Landing Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Kings Landing Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Kings Landing Park?
Amenities at Kings Landing Park include fishing pier, kayak launch, trails, restrooms, picnic areas.
When is the water warmest at Kings Landing Park?
The Patuxent warms through July to highs around 78-82°F. Best swimming window is late June through early September.
Where is Kings Landing Park located?
Kings Landing Park is in Calvert County, MD, at 3255 Kings Landing Rd, Huntingtown, MD 20639.
Nearby Beaches
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