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Essex County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Wingaersheek Beach
232 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930
A protected, shallow-bottomed Gloucester beach where the tide pulls way out and kids can wade for what feels like forever. Granite outcrops at the south end, the Annisquam Lighthouse across the channel, and a low-tide sandbar that creates natural pools. Among the most family-friendly beaches north of Boston.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
76°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 76. East wind around 6 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 61. South wind around 6 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
83 /100
great
81 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Clear
Wind
6 mph
E
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
84°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
3:46 PM
0.6 ft · in 33m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
3s · NNE swell
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Above threshold
548 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ251)
The BOX 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.
- MAZ022 Barnstable MA — Chatham, Eastham, and Provincetown n/a
- MAZ024 Nantucket MA — Nantucket n/a
- MAZ023 Dukes MA — Edgartown and Aquinnah n/a
- MAZ020 Southern Bristol MA — Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford n/a
- RIZ007 Newport RI — Newport, Middletown, and Little Compton n/a
- RIZ006 Washington RI — Narragansett, Charlestown, and Westerly n/a
- RIZ008 Block Island RI — Block Island n/a
- MAZ019 Eastern Plymouth MA — Cohasset, Duxbury, Hingham, Kingston, n/a
- MAZ015 Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA — Boston, Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop, n/a
- MAZ007 Eastern Essex MA — Beverly, Gloucester, and Newburyport n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:15 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:37 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 9:46 AM | High | 9.3 ft |
| 3:46 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:00 PM | High | 11.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:35 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 10:45 AM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 4:43 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:57 PM | High | 11.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:31 AM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 11:43 AM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 5:40 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:54 PM | High | 11.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:24 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 12:39 PM | High | 10.1 ft |
| 6:35 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 AM | High | 11.7 ft |
| 7:17 AM | Low | -1.1 ft |
| 1:33 PM | High | 10.2 ft |
| 7:30 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:46 AM | High | 11.4 ft |
| 8:07 AM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 2:25 PM | High | 10.3 ft |
| 8:24 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:40 AM | High | 11.0 ft |
| 8:57 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 3:15 PM | High | 10.3 ft |
| 9:18 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8443970, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Sunny
2%
80
92°
Sunny
1%
72
96°
Mostly Sunny
6%
67
91°
Sunny
3%
77
89°
Sunny
8%
79
87°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
25%
72
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
City lot — $35/non-resident weekends, $25 weekdays in summer. Fills by 9 AM on warm Saturdays.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited May 1 – September 30. October 1 – April 30: leashed permitted, with unleashed dogs allowed only on ODD-numbered days at Wingaersheek.
Entry Fee
Per-vehicle parking fee covers beach access.
Address
232 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Wingaersheek Beach today?
Wingaersheek 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 Wingaersheek Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited May 1 – September 30. October 1 – April 30: leashed permitted, with unleashed dogs allowed only on ODD-numbered days at Wingaersheek.
Is there an entry fee at Wingaersheek Beach?
Per-vehicle parking fee covers beach access.
Are there lifeguards at Wingaersheek Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wingaersheek Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Wingaersheek Beach?
Amenities at Wingaersheek Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, changing rooms.
When is the water warmest at Wingaersheek 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 Wingaersheek Beach located?
Wingaersheek Beach is in Essex County, MA, at 232 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930.
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