71°
Sunny
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Rockingham County, NH · Atlantic Ocean
Wallis Sands State Beach
1050 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870
A crescent of pristine sand on the Rye coast, looking out at the Isles of Shoals 6 miles offshore. Quieter, prettier, and more upscale than Hampton — the New Hampshire beach to pick when you want the ocean without the carnival.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 71. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
78 /100
great
75 Sunbathe
83 Walk
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
79°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:31 PM
0.5 ft · in 18m
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ154)
The GYX 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.
- NHZ014 Coastal Rockingham — Portsmouth and Hampton n/a
- MEZ023 Coastal York — Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit, n/a
- MEZ024 Coastal Cumberland — Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent n/a
- MEZ025 Sagadahoc — Reid State Park and Popham n/a
- MEZ026 Lincoln — Pemaquid n/a
- MEZ027 Knox — Birch Point n/a
- MEZ028 Coastal Waldo — Moose Point State Park n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:14 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:25 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:43 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 3:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:57 PM | High | 10.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:24 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 10:43 AM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 4:30 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:56 PM | High | 11.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:21 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 11:42 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 5:28 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:54 PM | High | 11.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 12:38 PM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 6:25 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 AM | High | 11.1 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 1:31 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:44 AM | High | 10.8 ft |
| 7:59 AM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 2:23 PM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 8:16 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 8:50 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 3:14 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 9:12 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
79°
Sunny
2%
81
85°
Sunny
0%
80
82°
Mostly Sunny
5%
80
84°
Sunny
2%
84
80°
Sunny
3%
87
78°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
80
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid state park lot at the beach.
Dogs
Pets are not permitted at Wallis Sands State Beach at any time.
Entry Fee
$15/vehicle (flat rate).
Address
1050 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Wallis Sands State Beach today?
Wallis Sands State 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 Wallis Sands State Beach dog-friendly?
Pets are not permitted at Wallis Sands State Beach at any time.
Is there an entry fee at Wallis Sands State Beach?
$15/vehicle (flat rate).
Are there lifeguards at Wallis Sands State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wallis Sands State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Wallis Sands State Beach?
Amenities at Wallis Sands State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, picnic area, bathhouse.
When is the water warmest at Wallis Sands State 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 Wallis Sands State Beach located?
Wallis Sands State Beach is in Rockingham County, NH, at 1050 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870.
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