74°
Sunny
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Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Nauset Beach
250 Beach Rd, East Orleans, MA 02643
A 10-mile barrier beach on Cape Cod's outer arm, managed by the town of Orleans. Big Atlantic surf, white-shark advisories taken seriously, and a snack bar with a cult-favorite onion ring. Off-road-vehicle access on the lower beach (permit required).
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
74°F water · 74°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 74. Northeast wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 66. Southeast wind around 3 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 74°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
82 Swim
82 Sunbathe
87 Walk
85 Fish
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
NE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
74°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
4:52 PM
0.2 ft · in 1.6h
Barometer
30.13 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:15 AM
Sunset
8:14 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:38 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 4:52 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:07 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:37 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 5:55 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:49 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:03 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 12:32 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 6:54 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:44 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 7:56 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 1:26 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 7:52 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:39 AM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 8:47 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 2:19 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 8:48 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:33 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 9:35 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 3:13 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 9:43 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:29 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 10:22 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 4:07 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 10:38 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447435, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Sunny
0%
81
81°
Sunny
1%
77
87°
Sunny
6%
79
84°
Sunny
3%
84
83°
Mostly Sunny
8%
84
81°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
74
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 74°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
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
2:20 AM - 3:20 AM
Major
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Minor
6:50 PM - 7:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid town lot — daily hangtag $32.50 (2026), weekly $165. Fills by mid-morning.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the main public beach April 1 – Labor Day. Off-leash (voice-controlled) day after Labor Day – March 31. Leashed dogs allowed year-round on the ORV section south of Trail #1 (max 30-ft leash).
Entry Fee
Daily hangtag $32.50; weekly $165.
Address
250 Beach Rd, East Orleans, MA 02643
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Nauset Beach today?
Nauset 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 Nauset Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the main public beach April 1 – Labor Day. Off-leash (voice-controlled) day after Labor Day – March 31. Leashed dogs allowed year-round on the ORV section south of Trail #1 (max 30-ft leash).
Is there an entry fee at Nauset Beach?
Daily hangtag $32.50; weekly $165.
Are there lifeguards at Nauset Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Nauset Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Nauset Beach?
Amenities at Nauset Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, ORV access (permit).
When is the water warmest at Nauset 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 Nauset Beach located?
Nauset Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at 250 Beach Rd, East Orleans, MA 02643.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS