Talbot County, MD · Chesapeake Bay

St. Michaels Waterfront Beach

Small sandy access point on the Miles River in St. Michaels. More a spot for wading, watching boats, and eating crab cakes from nearby restaurants than a full swim beach. The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is a short walk.

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Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

High nettle risk · NWS alert active · 81°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 86. South wind around 15 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 76. South wind 15 to 20 mph.

Weather

86°F air — ideal beach weather
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
High nettle risk — 64% probability — reconsider swimming

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 12:18pm edt until september 10 at 7:00am edt by nws baltimore md/washington dc

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21 Swim

76 Sunbathe

84 Walk

79 Photo

Best for walking today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 12:18PM EDT until September 10 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

NWS · In effect through Sep 10, 7:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Drum Point MD. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

86°F

Clear

Wind

15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

7 High

High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM

Tomorrow

86°F

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

81°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

9:51 PM

0.3 ft · in 2.6h

Sea Nettles

High nettle risk

64% probability · Annapolis buoy

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:41 AM

Sunset

7:23 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
3:04 AM	High	2.4 ft
9:55 AM	Low	0.6 ft
3:13 PM	High	2.1 ft
9:51 PM	Low	0.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:52 AM	High	2.4 ft
10:39 AM	Low	0.5 ft
4:06 PM	High	2.2 ft
10:45 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:35 AM	High	2.3 ft
11:20 AM	Low	0.5 ft
4:57 PM	High	2.3 ft
11:36 PM	Low	0.5 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:17 AM	High	2.3 ft
11:59 AM	Low	0.4 ft
5:45 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:24 AM	Low	0.6 ft
5:58 AM	High	2.2 ft
12:37 PM	Low	0.4 ft
6:31 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:11 AM	Low	0.7 ft
6:39 AM	High	2.1 ft
1:15 PM	Low	0.4 ft
7:16 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:58 AM	Low	0.8 ft
7:21 AM	High	2.1 ft
1:55 PM	Low	0.4 ft
8:02 PM	High	2.2 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8571892, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

86°

Sunny

Thu Sep 10

86°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

18%

Fri Sep 11

81°

Chance Rain Showers

32%

Sat Sep 12

82°

Chance Rain Showers

43%

Sun Sep 13

83°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

67%

Mon Sep 14

83°

Mostly Sunny

Tue Sep 15

83°

Mostly Sunny

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Paid town parking.

Dogs

Dogs permitted on leash in town.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

St. Michaels, MD 21663

Amenities

restaurants walkablemaritime museum nearby

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at St. Michaels Waterfront Beach today?

St. Michaels Waterfront 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. 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 St. Michaels Waterfront Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs permitted on leash in town.

Is there an entry fee at St. Michaels Waterfront Beach?

Entry to St. Michaels Waterfront Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at St. Michaels Waterfront Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at St. Michaels Waterfront Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at St. Michaels Waterfront Beach?

Amenities at St. Michaels Waterfront Beach include restaurants walkable, maritime museum nearby.

When is the water warmest at St. Michaels Waterfront Beach?

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 St. Michaels Waterfront Beach located?

St. Michaels Waterfront Beach is in Talbot County, MD, at St. Michaels, MD 21663.