78°
Sunny
0%
85
Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Old Silver Beach
297 Quaker Road, North Falmouth, MA 02556
A north Falmouth beach on Buzzards Bay with warm, calm water and a sandbar that lets kids wade out far at low tide. Two parking areas split residents from visitors; the bay-side setting means gentle waves and excellent sunsets.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F air · 74°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 78. Northeast wind 3 to 8 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 67. South wind around 6 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 74°F water — swimmable, refreshing
84 /100
great
83 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
3 to 8 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
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
74°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:54 PM
4.6 ft · in 3.6h
Barometer
30.13 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
31 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:18 AM
Sunset
8:17 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:19 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:24 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 11:41 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 6:54 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:16 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:22 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 12:39 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 7:50 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:13 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:16 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 1:38 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:43 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:05 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 9:08 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 2:38 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:34 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:51 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:00 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:34 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:24 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:29 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:52 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 4:26 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 11:14 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:04 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 11:45 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 5:16 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8452660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
0%
76
81°
Sunny
0%
69
86°
Sunny
6%
74
81°
Mostly Sunny
3%
82
81°
Mostly Sunny
7%
82
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
74
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 74°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Public lot $20/day, mid-June to mid-September; Falmouth resident sticker required for the resident lot.
Dogs
Dogs allowed October 1 – April 30 only.
Entry Fee
$20 daily parking
Address
297 Quaker Road, North Falmouth, MA 02556
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Old Silver Beach today?
Old Silver 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 Old Silver Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed October 1 – April 30 only.
Is there an entry fee at Old Silver Beach?
$20 daily parking
Are there lifeguards at Old Silver Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Old Silver Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Old Silver Beach?
Amenities at Old Silver Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, accessibility.
When is the water warmest at Old Silver 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 Old Silver Beach located?
Old Silver Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at 297 Quaker Road, North Falmouth, MA 02556.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS