54°
Rain
95%
4
Hancock County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)
Park Loop Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
A small pocket of crushed shell and quartz tucked between pink-granite headlands on the Park Loop Road, with water that rarely climbs out of the fifties even in August. The short scale, big cliffs, and surrounding spruce make it one of the most photographed half-miles of coast in Maine.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
95% rain · 54°F air · 52°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Rain. Cloudy, with a high near 54. East wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain likely before 7pm, then rain and areas of fog between 7pm and 10pm, then areas of fog and a chance of rain between 10pm and 11pm, then a chance of rain and patchy fog between 11pm and 3am, then areas of fog and a slight chance of rain. Cloudy, with a low around 49. East wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 54°F air — too cold to enjoy the beach
- 95% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 52°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
- 3.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
4 /100
skip
0 Swim
0 Sunbathe
8 Walk
48 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
54°F
Light Rain
Wind
13 mph
E
Rain
95%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
25 Good
Ozone · Mid-Coast
Tomorrow
51°F
Areas Of Fog then Light Rain Likely
Water
Water Temp
52°F
Too cold to swim
Next High Tide
9:29 PM
10.9 ft · in 2.9h
Wave Height
3.9 ft
4s · ENE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · CAR · MEZ029 · Issued Nov 7, 1:20 PM
Barometer
29.73 inHg
1007 hPa · buoy 44027
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:17 AM
Sunset
4:15 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:49 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:00 AM | High | 11.6 ft |
| 3:21 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:29 PM | High | 10.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:34 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:42 AM | High | 11.7 ft |
| 4:05 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:13 PM | High | 10.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:15 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 10:22 AM | High | 11.7 ft |
| 4:46 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:55 PM | High | 10.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:55 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 11:00 AM | High | 11.5 ft |
| 5:26 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:34 PM | High | 10.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:33 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 11:38 AM | High | 11.3 ft |
| 6:05 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:14 AM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 6:12 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 12:16 PM | High | 11.0 ft |
| 6:45 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:54 AM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 6:51 AM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 10.7 ft |
| 7:26 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8413320, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
51°
Areas Of Fog then Light Rain Likely
68%
6
52°
Chance Rain Showers
28%
26
50°
Mostly Sunny
6%
36
51°
Mostly Sunny
12%
35
48°
Mostly Sunny
10%
36
46°
Chance Light Rain
26%
22
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 52°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 95% chance of rain
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 54°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Park Loop Road lot fills early; covered by Acadia entrance pass. Island Explorer shuttle stops here in season.
Dogs
Non-service dogs prohibited beyond the top of the beach stairs June 15 – September 15. Otherwise leashed (6 ft max) on the beach.
Entry Fee
Acadia National Park entrance pass: $35 per private vehicle (7 days).
Address
Park Loop Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) today?
Sand Beach (Acadia National 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 Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) dog-friendly?
Non-service dogs prohibited beyond the top of the beach stairs June 15 – September 15. Otherwise leashed (6 ft max) on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)?
Acadia National Park entrance pass: $35 per private vehicle (7 days).
Are there lifeguards at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park)?
Amenities at Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) include lifeguards, restrooms, changing rooms.
When is the water warmest at Sand Beach (Acadia National 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 Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) located?
Sand Beach (Acadia National Park) is in Hancock County, ME, at Park Loop Road, Bar Harbor, ME 04609.
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