64°
Scattered Rain Showers
26%
53
Sagadahoc County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Popham Beach State Park
10 Perkins Farm Lane, Phippsburg, ME 04562
A three-mile sweep of sand at the mouth of the Kennebec River where shifting channels and offshore islands rearrange the shoreline year to year. Strong currents and dropoffs are real, so swimming is best near the lifeguard stations during the staffed season.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for photography.
NWS alert active · 64°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Scattered rain showers. Cloudy, with a high near 64. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
A chance of rain showers before 10pm, then rain likely between 10pm and 11pm, then rain and isolated thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 64°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 26% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:18pm edt until september 10 at 8:00pm edt by nws gray me
53 /100
ok
45 Sunbathe
61 Walk
67 Photo
Best for photography today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:18PM EDT until September 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM, Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
64°F
Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
SE
Rain
26%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
10:30 PM
10.7 ft · in 3.2h
Wave Height
2.6 ft
4s · SE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ152)
The GYX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NHZ014 Coastal Rockingham — Portsmouth and Hampton n/a
- MEZ023 Coastal York — Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit, n/a
- MEZ024 Coastal Cumberland — Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent n/a
- MEZ025 Sagadahoc — Reid State Park and Popham n/a
- MEZ026 Lincoln — Pemaquid n/a
- MEZ027 Knox — Birch Point n/a
- MEZ028 Coastal Waldo — Moose Point State Park n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:11 AM
Sunset
7:01 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| 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 |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:51 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 11:04 AM | High | 9.9 ft |
| 5:06 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:22 PM | High | 10.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:38 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 11:51 AM | High | 10.2 ft |
| 5:56 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:11 AM | High | 10.6 ft |
| 6:22 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 12:35 PM | High | 10.3 ft |
| 6:44 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:58 AM | High | 10.3 ft |
| 7:04 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:17 PM | High | 10.3 ft |
| 7:29 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:43 AM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 7:45 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 1:58 PM | High | 10.1 ft |
| 8:14 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:28 AM | High | 9.3 ft |
| 8:26 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 2:39 PM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 9:00 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8418150, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Sunny
70%
28
66°
Sunny
0%
72
63°
Sunny
0%
67
65°
Chance Rain Showers
33%
45
68°
Mostly Sunny
4%
74
65°
Mostly Sunny
1%
58
What to Bring Today
Nothing unusual - conditions are unremarkable today.
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use fee at entrance gate.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Leashed pets welcome October 1 – March 31.
Entry Fee
$8 adult non-resident / $6 Maine resident (2026)
Address
10 Perkins Farm Lane, Phippsburg, ME 04562
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Popham Beach State Park today?
Popham Beach State 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. 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 Popham Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Leashed pets welcome October 1 – March 31.
Is there an entry fee at Popham Beach State Park?
$8 adult non-resident / $6 Maine resident (2026)
Are there lifeguards at Popham Beach State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Popham Beach State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Popham Beach State Park?
Amenities at Popham Beach State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, grills, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Popham Beach State Park?
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 Popham Beach State Park located?
Popham Beach State Park is in Sagadahoc County, ME, at 10 Perkins Farm Lane, Phippsburg, ME 04562.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS