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Calvert County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
North Beach
Bay Ave, North Beach, MD 20714
A charming Chesapeake Bay town with a 0.5-mile boardwalk, sandy beach, fishing pier, and walkable downtown full of restaurants, ice cream, and farmers market. One of the most family-friendly day trips from DC.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
81°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 87. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- Moderate nettle risk — 59% probability — expect some stings
73 /100
great
68 Swim
75 Sunbathe
83 Walk
68 Fish
79 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
87°F
Sunny
Wind
15 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
81°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:38 PM
0.5 ft · in 3.4h
Sea Nettles
Moderate nettle risk
59% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:42 AM
Sunset
7:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:32 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 10:53 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:26 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 10:38 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:16 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:33 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:24 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 11:36 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:55 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 12:11 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:19 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:29 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:32 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 12:48 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:10 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:20 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 7:07 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 1:25 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:58 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:10 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:42 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 2:02 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:45 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:59 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 8:19 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 2:40 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:31 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8575512, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
36
80°
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
39%
70
81°
Chance Rain Showers
54%
56
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
29
84°
Mostly Sunny
3%
86
84°
Mostly Sunny
7%
84
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°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
10:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Minor
6:20 PM - 7:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street parking and paid lots. Weekends fill up fast.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on the boardwalk but not on the swimming beach Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Entry Fee
$6/person non-resident (weekends, summer)
Address
Bay Ave, North Beach, MD 20714
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at North Beach today?
North 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 North Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed on the boardwalk but not on the swimming beach Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Is there an entry fee at North Beach?
$6/person non-resident (weekends, summer)
Are there lifeguards at North Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol North Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at North Beach?
Amenities at North Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, fishing pier, boardwalk, playground, pavilion, restaurants nearby.
When is the water warmest at North Beach?
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 North Beach located?
North Beach is in Calvert County, MD, at Bay Ave, North Beach, MD 20714.
Nearby Beaches
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