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Suffolk County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Revere Beach
Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA 02151
The oldest public beach in the United States, established 1896 — a 3-mile crescent on Boston's north shore, served directly by the Blue Line subway. The International Sand Sculpting Festival every July is a destination event. Wide flat sand, calm bay water, urban energy.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
77°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
A chance of rain showers between 8pm and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 14 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Best for photography today
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
Water
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ230)
The BOX 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.
- MAZ022 Barnstable MA — Chatham, Eastham, and Provincetown n/a
- MAZ024 Nantucket MA — Nantucket n/a
- MAZ023 Dukes MA — Edgartown and Aquinnah n/a
- MAZ020 Southern Bristol MA — Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford n/a
- RIZ007 Newport RI — Newport, Middletown, and Little Compton n/a
- RIZ006 Washington RI — Narragansett, Charlestown, and Westerly n/a
- RIZ008 Block Island RI — Block Island n/a
- MAZ019 Eastern Plymouth MA — Cohasset, Duxbury, Hingham, Kingston, n/a
- MAZ015 Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA — Boston, Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop, n/a
- MAZ007 Eastern Essex MA — Beverly, Gloucester, and Newburyport n/a
Sun & Moon
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:06 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:22 AM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 4:21 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:38 PM | High | 10.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:58 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:12 AM | High | 10.2 ft |
| 5:15 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 11:31 PM | High | 10.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:45 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:59 AM | High | 10.5 ft |
| 6:05 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:20 AM | High | 10.8 ft |
| 6:30 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:44 PM | High | 10.6 ft |
| 6:53 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:07 AM | High | 10.5 ft |
| 7:14 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:26 PM | High | 10.6 ft |
| 7:39 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:53 AM | High | 10.1 ft |
| 7:56 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 2:08 PM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 8:24 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 8:39 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 2:51 PM | High | 10.2 ft |
| 9:10 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8443970, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sunny
Sunny
Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny
Sunny
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Limited metered street parking. Best access: MBTA Blue Line to Revere Beach or Wonderland station — 60 seconds to the sand.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 15 per DCR rules. Leashed access permitted along the boardwalk outside that window.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA 02151
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Revere Beach today?
Revere 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 Revere Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 15 per DCR rules. Leashed access permitted along the boardwalk outside that window.
Is there an entry fee at Revere Beach?
Entry to Revere Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Revere Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Revere Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Revere Beach?
Amenities at Revere Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, food trucks, pavilions, boardwalk, subway access.
When is the water warmest at Revere 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 Revere Beach located?
Revere Beach is in Suffolk County, MA, at Revere Beach Blvd, Revere, MA 02151.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS