82°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
45
Anne Arundel County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Mayo Beach Park
3500 Edgewater Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037
A 77-acre Anne Arundel park on the South River at Mayo Peninsula. Includes a beach, fishing pier, and woodland trails. Requires an advance pass reservation — one of the few Maryland beaches using this system.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 82°F water · 82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. East wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind 7 to 13 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 21% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- Moderate nettle risk — 53% probability — expect some stings
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
40 /100
ok
23 Swim
65 Sunbathe
34 Walk
43 Fish
34 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
E
Rain
21%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
3:31 PM
1.0 ft · in 20m
Sea Nettles
Moderate nettle risk
53% probability · Annapolis buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:50 AM
Sunset
8:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Mostly Sunny
0%
87
83°
Sunny
0%
86
90°
Sunny
1%
80
91°
Sunny
3%
80
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
45
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph 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
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
Limited lot. Free reservation pass required on weekends/holidays Memorial Day–Labor Day via yourpassnow.com.
Dogs
Dogs not permitted.
Entry Fee
$8/vehicle daily at gatehouse; free reservation pass required in-season on weekends & holidays
Address
3500 Edgewater Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Mayo Beach Park today?
Mayo Beach 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 Mayo Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs not permitted.
Is there an entry fee at Mayo Beach Park?
$8/vehicle daily at gatehouse; free reservation pass required in-season on weekends & holidays
Are there lifeguards at Mayo Beach Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Mayo Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Mayo Beach Park?
Amenities at Mayo Beach Park include restrooms, fishing pier, trails, picnic areas, boat launch.
When is the water warmest at Mayo Beach 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 Mayo Beach Park located?
Mayo Beach Park is in Anne Arundel County, MD, at 3500 Edgewater Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037.
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