58°
Patchy Fog
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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
Skip the beach today.
58°F air · 55°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy fog and a slight chance of rain before 4pm, then a chance of rain and patchy fog between 4pm and 5pm, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain. Cloudy, with a high near 58. North wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
Patchy fog and a slight chance of rain before 10pm, then rain and patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Northwest wind 9 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 25% rain — pop-up showers possible
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
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17 Swim
23 Sunbathe
51 Walk
83 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
58°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
13 mph
N
Rain
25%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
19 Good
Ozone · Essex
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
58°F
Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Cold
Next High Tide
10:00 PM
9.6 ft · in 3.5h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
4s · NNE swell
Barometer
29.67 inHg
1005 hPa · buoy 44013
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
6:24 AM
Sunset
4:28 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:13 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 9:29 AM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 3:46 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 10:00 PM | High | 9.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:57 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 10:10 AM | High | 10.5 ft |
| 4:30 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:44 PM | High | 9.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:38 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:49 AM | High | 10.5 ft |
| 5:12 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:26 PM | High | 9.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:18 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 11:28 AM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 5:53 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:07 AM | High | 9.1 ft |
| 5:58 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 12:07 PM | High | 10.2 ft |
| 6:34 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:48 AM | High | 8.8 ft |
| 6:39 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 12:48 PM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 7:15 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 7:20 AM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 1:30 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 7:57 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8443970, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
58°
Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
33%
20
56°
Chance Light Rain
36%
24
56°
Mostly Sunny
3%
46
58°
Sunny
3%
48
51°
Mostly Sunny
14%
40
50°
Light Rain Likely
57%
6
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside
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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