York County, ME · Atlantic Ocean

Long Sands Beach

A 1.5-mile arc of sand fronting Route 1A in York Beach, with Nubble Light at the south end. One of the more accessible Maine beaches — Route 1A runs the entire length and there's parallel street parking the whole way. Surfable on a north swell.

Eats & Drinks 15 Stay 10 Shops 4

Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

57% rain · 58°F air · 54°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Rain likely and patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 58. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

A chance of rain and patchy fog before 9pm, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain between 9pm and 11pm, then a chance of rain and patchy fog between 11pm and 1am, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain between 1am and 2am, then rain likely and patchy fog. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

58°F air — chilly for a beach day
57% rain — rain likely at some point

Water

54°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry

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11 Sunbathe

33 Walk

57 Photo

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

58°F

Light Rain and Fog/Mist

Wind

5 to 10 mph

Rain

57%

This Afternoon

Air Quality

10 Good

Ozone · Southwest Coast

Tomorrow

57°F

Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

54°F

Too cold to swim

Next High Tide

9:52 PM

9.4 ft · in 3.3h

Wave Height

3.3 ft

5s · NNE swell

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:24 AM

Sunset

4:27 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
3:07 AM	Low	0.4 ft
9:21 AM	High	10.1 ft
3:40 PM	Low	-0.2 ft
9:52 PM	High	9.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:50 AM	Low	0.5 ft
10:02 AM	High	10.2 ft
4:24 PM	Low	-0.3 ft
10:37 PM	High	9.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:31 AM	Low	0.7 ft
10:42 AM	High	10.2 ft
5:06 PM	Low	-0.3 ft
11:19 PM	High	9.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:09 AM	Low	1.0 ft
11:20 AM	High	10.0 ft
5:45 PM	Low	-0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:00 AM	High	8.8 ft
5:47 AM	Low	1.2 ft
11:58 AM	High	9.8 ft
6:24 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:39 AM	High	8.6 ft
6:25 AM	Low	1.4 ft
12:36 PM	High	9.6 ft
7:03 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:19 AM	High	8.3 ft
7:05 AM	Low	1.7 ft
1:16 PM	High	9.3 ft
7:44 PM	Low	0.7 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8418150, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

58°

Light Rain Likely

57%

Sun Nov 8

57°

Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny

46%

Mon Nov 9

56°

Slight Chance Light Rain

23%

Tue Nov 10

56°

Mostly Sunny

Wed Nov 11

56°

Sunny

Thu Nov 12

51°

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

16%

Fri Nov 13

48°

Chance Light Rain

31%

What to Bring Today

critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 54°F — dangerously cold
optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 57% rain chance
recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Metered street parking along Route 1A (seasonal, mid-May through Columbus Day). 2-hour limits in places — read signs.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited 8 AM – 6 PM, May 20 – September 20. Off-leash sunrise – 8 AM (under voice control); leashed 6 PM – sunrise during summer.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Long Beach Ave, York, ME 03909

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersrestaurants nearby

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Long Sands Beach today?

Long Sands 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 Long Sands Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited 8 AM – 6 PM, May 20 – September 20. Off-leash sunrise – 8 AM (under voice control); leashed 6 PM – sunrise during summer.

Is there an entry fee at Long Sands Beach?

Entry to Long Sands Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Long Sands Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Long Sands Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Long Sands Beach?

Amenities at Long Sands Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby.

When is the water warmest at Long Sands 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 Long Sands Beach located?

Long Sands Beach is in York County, ME, at Long Beach Ave, York, ME 03909.