93°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
63%
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Calvert County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Breezy Point Beach
5230 Breezy Point Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
A 1/2-mile sandy Calvert County beach with a netted swimming area (jellyfish barrier), fishing pier, and on-site campground. One of the few Chesapeake beaches with a real swim-netted lagoon.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 63% rain · High nettle risk
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 101. Southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. Southwest wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 93°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 63% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 80% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — tornado watch issued july 18 at 4:33pm edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws baltimore md/washington dc
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18 Sunbathe
0 Walk
0 Fish
19 Photo
Best for photography today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 7:48AM EDT until July 18 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. * WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, and Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Drum Point MD. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Weather alert in effect
Tornado Watch issued July 18 at 4:33PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Atmosphere
Air Temp
93°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
SW
Rain
63%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
80% probability · Gooses Reef buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:55 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Sunny
7%
82
85°
Mostly Sunny
10%
84
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms
79%
11
84°
Rain Showers Likely
69%
44
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
75
81°
Sunny
7%
86
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 63% chance of rain
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 93°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
3:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Minor
10:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Major
3:50 PM - 5:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot at entrance.
Dogs
Dogs not permitted on the beach during season.
Entry Fee
$8/person resident, $15/person non-resident (May-Sep)
Address
5230 Breezy Point Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Breezy Point Beach today?
Breezy Point 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. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Breezy Point Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs not permitted on the beach during season.
Is there an entry fee at Breezy Point Beach?
$8/person resident, $15/person non-resident (May-Sep)
Are there lifeguards at Breezy Point Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Breezy Point Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Breezy Point Beach?
Amenities at Breezy Point Beach include netted swim area, fishing pier, campground, restrooms, picnic pavilions.
When is the water warmest at Breezy Point Beach?
The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Breezy Point Beach located?
Breezy Point Beach is in Calvert County, MD, at 5230 Breezy Point Rd, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732.
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