60°
Patchy Fog
12%
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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 photography.
NWS alert active · 55°F water · 60°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 60. Northwest wind around 14 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog before 9pm, then a slight chance of rain between 10pm and 11pm, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain between 11pm and 1am, then rain likely and patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. West wind 7 to 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 60°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 1:10pm est until november 8 at 1:00pm est by nws boston/norton ma
36 /100
ok
0 Swim
34 Sunbathe
61 Walk
29 Fish
86 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.9 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 1:10PM EST until November 8 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas around 3 feet expected. * WHERE...Cape Cod Bay. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 1 PM EST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
60°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
14 mph
NW
Rain
12%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
31 Good
Ozone · Cape Cod and Islands
Tomorrow
58°F
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Cold
Wave Height
3.3 ft
4s · NNE swell
Barometer
29.67 inHg
1005 hPa · buoy 44013
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:20 AM
Sunset
4:28 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:06 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:08 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 2:18 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 6:26 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:35 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:52 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 3:01 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:10 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:31 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:36 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 3:38 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:54 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:54 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:21 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 4:12 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:38 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:28 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:05 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 4:46 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:22 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:05 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:51 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 5:30 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:07 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:45 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:39 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 6:25 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:56 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447930, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
58°
Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
30%
32
56°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
41%
34
56°
Mostly Sunny
2%
51
56°
Sunny
1%
52
52°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
16%
49
51°
Light Rain Likely
63%
15
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
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
8:50 PM - 10:50 PM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Minor
2:50 PM - 3:50 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