Ogunquit Beach

Beach St, Ogunquit, ME 03907

A 3.5-mile sand barrier between the Ogunquit River and the Atlantic, reached via a wooden footbridge from the town center. The name means "beautiful place by the sea" in Abenaki — the village earned it. Less rowdy than Old Orchard, more polished than York; the Maine beach to go to if you want classic Atlantic surf with a walkable arts town behind you.

Stay 17 Eats & Drinks 13 Shops 2 Charters & Tours 2

Great day for photography.

72°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Scattered rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight

A chance of rain showers before 9pm, then rain likely between 9pm and 11pm, then rain and isolated thunderstorms between 11pm and midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 2am, then rain and isolated thunderstorms between 2am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4am and 5am, then rain likely. Cloudy, with a low around 66. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Weather

  • 72°F air — ideal beach weather
  • 25% rain — pop-up showers possible

Water

  • 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
62 /100
good
58 Swim
63 Sunbathe
70 Walk
73 Photo

Best for photography today

Air Temp
72°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
SE
Rain
25%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:30 PM
10.7 ft · in 3.2h
Wave Height
2.6 ft
4s · SE swell
Sunrise
6:15 AM
Sunset
7:04 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
4:00 AM Low -0.4 ft
10:13 AM High 9.4 ft
4:12 PM Low 0.1 ft
10:30 PM High 10.7 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8418150, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Sep 9
72°

Scattered Rain Showers

25%
62
Thu Sep 10
85°

Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

50%
51
Fri Sep 11
73°

Sunny

0%
75
Sat Sep 12
71°

Sunny

0%
74
Sun Sep 13
74°

Chance Rain Showers

39%
55
Mon Sep 14
75°

Mostly Sunny

5%
77
Tue Sep 15
73°

Mostly Sunny

2%
75

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

Three municipal lots (Main Beach, Footbridge, North Beach) — all paid hourly during summer. Footbridge fills fastest. Trolley connects all three plus downtown.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on Ogunquit Beach April 1 – September 8. Leashed only September 9 – March 31. Year-round ban in the Ogunquit River Estuary.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Beach St, Ogunquit, ME 03907

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Is it safe to swim at Ogunquit Beach today?

Ogunquit 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 Ogunquit Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited on Ogunquit Beach April 1 – September 8. Leashed only September 9 – March 31. Year-round ban in the Ogunquit River Estuary.

Is there an entry fee at Ogunquit Beach?

Entry to Ogunquit Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Ogunquit Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Ogunquit Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Ogunquit Beach?

Amenities at Ogunquit Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, restaurants nearby, trolley access.

When is the water warmest at Ogunquit 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 Ogunquit Beach located?

Ogunquit Beach is in York County, ME, at Beach St, Ogunquit, ME 03907.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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