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Mostly Cloudy
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Worcester County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Public Landing Beach
Small sandy beach on Chincoteague Bay in the unincorporated Eastern Shore community of Public Landing. Calm water, quiet, and a great alternative to Ocean City's crowds if you want a Bay-side day on the southern Eastern Shore.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for fishing.
84°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. East wind 10 to 14 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East wind 9 to 13 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
79 /100
great
79 Swim
65 Sunbathe
77 Walk
86 Fish
83 Photo
Best for fishing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Clear
Wind
10 to 14 mph
E
Rain
11%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:52 PM
0.1 ft · in 5.7h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Mostly Sunny
0%
84
85°
Sunny
1%
86
91°
Sunny
1%
78
92°
Sunny
4%
77
91°
Mostly Sunny
14%
76
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
40
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°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
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Public Landing, MD 21851
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Public Landing Beach today?
Public Landing 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. 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 Public Landing Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Public Landing Beach?
Entry to Public Landing Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Public Landing Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Public Landing Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Public Landing Beach?
Amenities at Public Landing Beach include restrooms, pavilion, fishing pier, boat ramp.
When is the water warmest at Public Landing Beach?
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 Public Landing Beach located?
Public Landing Beach is in Worcester County, MD, at Public Landing, MD 21851.
Nearby Beaches
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