73°
Sunny
0%
80
Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Race Point Beach
Race Point Rd, Provincetown, MA 02657
The tip of Cape Cod — where the Atlantic and Cape Cod Bay meet. Whale watching from shore is realistic (humpbacks feed within a few hundred yards in summer), and the sunsets face west across the bay rather than out to sea. Off-road-vehicle permit beach for surf casting.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
73°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind 5 to 8 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 67. South wind around 6 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
79 Swim
80 Sunbathe
85 Walk
85 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
5 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
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:24 PM
2.9 ft · in 4.2h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
3s · NNE swell
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
31 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:15 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:13 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 6:45 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 1:15 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:24 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:10 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 7:38 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 2:24 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 8:17 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:31 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 3:30 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:08 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:23 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 4:27 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:57 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:35 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:14 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 5:24 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 10:46 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:25 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:06 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 6:30 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:35 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:16 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 12:00 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 7:43 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447930, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Mostly Sunny
0%
74
82°
Sunny
2%
71
85°
Mostly Sunny
7%
78
81°
Mostly Sunny
3%
83
80°
Mostly Sunny
9%
82
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
25%
70
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
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
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
2:20 AM - 3:20 AM
Major
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Minor
6:50 PM - 7:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Cape Cod National Seashore lot. ORV access requires a separate permit.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited during piping plover nesting season. Leashed in shoulder season.
Entry Fee
Cape Cod National Seashore pass: $25/7-day or $60/annual.
Address
Race Point Rd, Provincetown, MA 02657
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Race Point Beach today?
Race Point 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 Race Point Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited during piping plover nesting season. Leashed in shoulder season.
Is there an entry fee at Race Point Beach?
Cape Cod National Seashore pass: $25/7-day or $60/annual.
Are there lifeguards at Race Point Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Race Point Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Race Point Beach?
Amenities at Race Point Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, ORV access (permit).
When is the water warmest at Race Point 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 Race Point Beach located?
Race Point Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at Race Point Rd, Provincetown, MA 02657.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS