84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
28
St. Mary's County, MD · Potomac River
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park
44720 Lighthouse Rd, Piney Point, MD 20674
Six acres on the Potomac anchored by Maryland's oldest lighthouse (1836). Small sandy beach, boardwalk, pier, and kayak launch with museum exhibits on-site. Swimming and fishing are not permitted from the beach — come for the history, the lighthouse, and the Potomac views.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · 52% rain
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. East wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 52% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 61% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
15 /100
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0 Swim
42 Sunbathe
11 Walk
27 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 to 12 mph
E
Rain
52%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
6:30 PM
0.3 ft · in 3.3h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
61% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 11mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:52 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Partly Sunny
6%
85
86°
Sunny
3%
85
95°
Sunny
1%
72
89°
Sunny
3%
82
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
48
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
43
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 52% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot at the museum.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted on grounds.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
44720 Lighthouse Rd, Piney Point, MD 20674
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park today?
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic 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 Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted on grounds.
Is there an entry fee at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
Entry to Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
Amenities at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park include lighthouse, museum, boardwalk, pier, kayak launch, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park?
The tidal Potomac peaks in late July and August at 78-82°F. Swimmable from mid-June into September.
Where is Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park located?
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park is in St. Mary's County, MD, at 44720 Lighthouse Rd, Piney Point, MD 20674.
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