82°
Sunny
0%
79
York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Wells Beach
Seven miles of Atlantic sand from Wells Harbor north toward Drakes Island, set against the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge salt marsh. Quieter and more residential than its Ogunquit and Old Orchard neighbors — the family-cottage-rental Maine beach.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 82. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 59. South wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 62°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
76 /100
great
67 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
5 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
87°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
62°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
3:29 PM
0.5 ft · in 16m
Water Quality
Clean
10 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
5:12 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:24 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:37 AM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 3:29 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:49 PM | High | 11.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:23 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 10:37 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 4:28 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:48 PM | High | 11.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:20 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 11:35 AM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 5:26 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 11:45 PM | High | 11.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:15 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 12:30 PM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 6:23 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:41 AM | High | 11.5 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 1:24 PM | High | 9.9 ft |
| 7:18 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:35 AM | High | 11.2 ft |
| 7:58 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 8:13 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:28 AM | High | 10.8 ft |
| 8:48 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 3:06 PM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 9:09 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8418150, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny
1%
76
97°
Sunny
0%
61
93°
Mostly Sunny
4%
67
89°
Sunny
2%
73
85°
Sunny
2%
78
83°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
75
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 62°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid town lots at Mile Road, Atlantic Avenue, and Casino Square. Cash or app; meters strictly enforced.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited 8 AM – 6 PM, June 16 – September 15. Leashed-only April 1 – June 15. Off-leash permitted at other times outside the June 16 – Sept 15 daytime window per town brochure.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Mile Rd, Wells, ME 04090
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Wells Beach today?
Wells 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 Wells Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited 8 AM – 6 PM, June 16 – September 15. Leashed-only April 1 – June 15. Off-leash permitted at other times outside the June 16 – Sept 15 daytime window per town brochure.
Is there an entry fee at Wells Beach?
Entry to Wells Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Wells Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wells Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Wells Beach?
Amenities at Wells Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Wells 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 Wells Beach located?
Wells Beach is in York County, ME, at Mile Rd, Wells, ME 04090.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS