Cecil County, MD · Chesapeake Bay

Perryville Community Park

601 Broad St, Perryville, MD 21903

A town park on the east bank of the Susquehanna directly across from Havre de Grace. Shoreline access, boat ramp, fishing pier, trails, and a waterfront gazebo with the best lighthouse-and-river view in Cecil County. Not a swim beach — this is a walking, fishing, and sunset park.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

81°F water · 85°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 85. South wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.

Tonight

A slight chance of rain showers after 5am. Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Southwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

85°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

77 /100

great

82 Swim

75 Sunbathe

83 Walk

70 Fish

78 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

85°F

Sunny

Wind

16 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

7 High

High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

87°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

81°F

Swimming weather

Next High Tide

9:24 PM

2.2 ft · in 2.1h

Sea Nettles

Low nettle risk

33% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:39 AM

Sunset

7:23 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:47 AM	Low	0.3 ft
8:41 AM	High	2.5 ft
3:55 PM	Low	0.2 ft
9:24 PM	High	2.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:49 AM	Low	0.2 ft
9:37 AM	High	2.5 ft
4:36 PM	Low	0.2 ft
10:11 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:46 AM	Low	0.2 ft
10:27 AM	High	2.4 ft
5:14 PM	Low	0.2 ft
10:53 PM	High	2.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:39 AM	Low	0.2 ft
11:14 AM	High	2.3 ft
5:49 PM	Low	0.3 ft
11:34 PM	High	2.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
6:30 AM	Low	0.2 ft
12:00 PM	High	2.1 ft
6:23 PM	Low	0.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:13 AM	High	2.5 ft
7:19 AM	Low	0.3 ft
12:47 PM	High	2.0 ft
6:57 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:54 AM	High	2.5 ft
8:09 AM	Low	0.4 ft
1:35 PM	High	1.9 ft
7:34 PM	Low	0.4 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8574070, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

85°

Sunny

Thu Sep 10

87°

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

33%

Fri Sep 11

81°

Partly Sunny

Sat Sep 12

82°

Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

37%

Sun Sep 13

84°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

60%

Mon Sep 14

83°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

84°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 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

10:30 PM - 12:30 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

Free lot.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

601 Broad St, Perryville, MD 21903

Amenities

boat rampfishing piertrailsplaygroundpavilionrestrooms

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Perryville Community Park today?

Perryville Community 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 Perryville Community Park dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash.

Is there an entry fee at Perryville Community Park?

Entry to Perryville Community Park is free.

Are there lifeguards at Perryville Community Park?

No lifeguards are stationed at Perryville Community Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Perryville Community Park?

Amenities at Perryville Community Park include boat ramp, fishing pier, trails, playground, pavilion, restrooms.

When is the water warmest at Perryville Community 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 Perryville Community Park located?

Perryville Community Park is in Cecil County, MD, at 601 Broad St, Perryville, MD 21903.