63°
Patchy Fog
8%
52
Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
West Dennis Beach
139 Lighthouse Road, West Dennis, MA 02670
A mile and a half of south-facing sand on Nantucket Sound, separated from a salt marsh by a long parking lot that holds over a thousand cars. Steady afternoon southwesterlies and warm-ish water make it a favorite for windsurfers and kiteboarders.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
58°F water · 63°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy fog. Mostly cloudy. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 55 in the afternoon. West wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
A chance of rain after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. West wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
52 /100
ok
45 Swim
47 Sunbathe
67 Walk
91 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
7 mph
W
Rain
8%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
31 Good
Ozone · Cape Cod and Islands
Tomorrow
60°F
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:49 PM
5.1 ft · in 4.3h
Wave Height
0.7 ft
offshore buoy
Barometer
29.61 inHg
1003 hPa · buoy 44020
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:19 AM
Sunset
4:28 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:26 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 10:18 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 5:04 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:49 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:10 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:00 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 5:52 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:34 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:51 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:40 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 6:37 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:17 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 6:31 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 12:18 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM | High | 4.8 ft |
| 7:09 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 12:56 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 8:02 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:43 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 7:48 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 1:35 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 8:43 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:26 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 8:27 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 9:23 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447435, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
24%
34
57°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain
35%
33
57°
Sunny
1%
48
58°
Sunny
1%
51
54°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
18%
42
53°
Light Rain Likely
64%
5
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Daily (cash only): $25 weekday, $30 weekend/holiday; weekly sticker $90. Required Saturday of Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day.
Dogs
No animals on the beach, in parking areas, or in unattended vehicles from Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Allowed off-season; never during active piping plover nesting.
Entry Fee
$25 weekday / $30 weekend daily parking
Address
139 Lighthouse Road, West Dennis, MA 02670
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at West Dennis Beach today?
West Dennis 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 West Dennis Beach dog-friendly?
No animals on the beach, in parking areas, or in unattended vehicles from Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Allowed off-season; never during active piping plover nesting.
Is there an entry fee at West Dennis Beach?
$25 weekday / $30 weekend daily parking
Are there lifeguards at West Dennis Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol West Dennis Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at West Dennis Beach?
Amenities at West Dennis Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, kayak access.
When is the water warmest at West Dennis 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 West Dennis Beach located?
West Dennis Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at 139 Lighthouse Road, West Dennis, MA 02670.
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