76°
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Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Sandy Neck Beach Park
425 Sandy Neck Road, West Barnstable, MA 02668
A six-mile barrier beach on Cape Cod Bay backed by one of the largest dune systems in New England, with a guarded swim area (Bodfish Beach) and an extensive ORV trail behind it.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 76°F air · 73°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 76. South wind around 12 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind 12 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 44 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — gale warning issued september 9 at 2:58pm edt until september 10 at 12:00pm edt by nws boston/norton ma
68 /100
good
54 Swim
81 Sunbathe
85 Walk
44 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Gale/Storm Gale Warning
Gale Warning issued September 9 at 2:58PM EDT until September 10 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 3 to 5 feet expected. * WHERE...Cape Cod Bay, Nantucket Sound, Vineyard Sound and Buzzards Bay. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to noon EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Clear
Wind
12 mph
S
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
11:29 PM
6.0 ft · in 4.2h
Wave Height
2.3 ft
3s · SSW swell
Barometer
30.19 inHg
Falling 1.4 hPa / 3h · buoy 44020
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ231)
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
Sunrise
6:15 AM
Sunset
7:02 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:31 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:09 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 5:36 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:29 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:22 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:00 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 6:32 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:20 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:47 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 7:24 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:09 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 7:52 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 1:31 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 8:14 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 8:34 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 9:03 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:44 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 9:15 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 2:58 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 9:50 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:32 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 9:54 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 3:42 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 10:37 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447435, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
68
71°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
71°
Sunny
0%
81
75°
Chance Rain Showers
50%
57
74°
Mostly Sunny
7%
83
74°
Mostly Sunny
0%
83
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°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
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
4:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Day pass $20, weekly $80, seasonal $275. Fee charged Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day, 8 AM – 5 PM; free after 5 PM.
Dogs
No dogs on Bodfish (lifeguarded) Beach May 15 – September 15. Permitted on the ORV beach and trails year-round; must be leashed.
Entry Fee
$20 daily parking
Address
425 Sandy Neck Road, West Barnstable, MA 02668
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sandy Neck Beach Park today?
Sandy Neck Beach 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 Sandy Neck Beach Park dog-friendly?
No dogs on Bodfish (lifeguarded) Beach May 15 – September 15. Permitted on the ORV beach and trails year-round; must be leashed.
Is there an entry fee at Sandy Neck Beach Park?
$20 daily parking
Are there lifeguards at Sandy Neck Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sandy Neck Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sandy Neck Beach Park?
Amenities at Sandy Neck Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, ORV trail, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Sandy Neck Beach 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 Sandy Neck Beach Park located?
Sandy Neck Beach Park is in Barnstable County, MA, at 425 Sandy Neck Road, West Barnstable, MA 02668.
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