82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
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Calvert County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp
14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688
Solomons Island's waterfront — a riverwalk/boardwalk along the Patuxent with boat ramp, fishing pier, and walkable access to the Calvert Marine Museum, restaurants, and kayak rentals. Not a swim beach, but the best waterfront stroll on the lower Patuxent.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · 41% rain
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. East wind 8 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind 7 to 12 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 69% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
19 /100
skip
0 Swim
52 Sunbathe
19 Walk
40 Fish
30 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Cloudy
Wind
8 to 12 mph
E
Rain
41%
Today
Tomorrow
80°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:02 PM
0.1 ft · in 3.8h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
69% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:52 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Partly Sunny
2%
86
85°
Sunny
2%
86
93°
Sunny
1%
75
92°
Sunny
3%
77
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
43
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
39
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% rain chance
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
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free street and public lot parking around the island.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome on the boardwalk and in Riverwalk area.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp today?
Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome on the boardwalk and in Riverwalk area.
Is there an entry fee at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
Entry to Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp is free.
Are there lifeguards at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
No lifeguards are stationed at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
Amenities at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp include boardwalk, boat ramp, fishing pier, kayak rentals, museum, restaurants, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp?
The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp located?
Solomons Island Riverwalk & Boat Ramp is in Calvert County, MD, at 14195 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD 20688.
Nearby Beaches
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