78°
Areas Of Smoke
81%
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Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Craigville Beach
966 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632
A south-facing Cape Cod beach in Centerville with the warmest Cape water (no Labrador Current — this side faces Nantucket Sound). Long-time family favorite, gentle surf, walkable from the village. Iyanough Hills behind.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
81% rain · NWS alert active · 78°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Rain showers likely and patchy smoke before 5pm, then areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 78. Southwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm, then areas of smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 9pm, then areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely between 9pm and 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 4am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4am and 5am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind 12 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- 81% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 74°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued july 18 at 12:40pm edt until july 19 at 8:00pm edt by nws boston/norton ma
24 /100
skip
19 Swim
20 Sunbathe
31 Walk
60 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.9 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 18 at 12:40PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Washington, Southern Bristol MA, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA, Nantucket MA, and Newport RI Counties. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Weather alert in effect
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 6:08PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Light Rain
Wind
16 mph
SW
Rain
81%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
74°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:38 PM
-0.1 ft · in 1.6h
Wave Height
2.3 ft
S swell
Barometer
29.85 inHg
1011 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:22 AM
Sunset
8:12 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:29 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 10:22 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 4:07 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 10:38 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:24 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 11:08 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 4:59 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 11:33 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:20 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 11:55 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 5:52 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:18 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 12:42 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 6:45 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:29 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:18 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 1:32 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:39 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:27 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:16 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 2:22 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:32 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:23 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:13 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 3:12 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:24 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8447435, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Sunny
9%
83
80°
Sunny
0%
86
80°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
33%
70
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
4
76°
Chance Rain Showers
52%
56
77°
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
25%
76
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 74°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 81% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Town lot — non-resident parking fee in season.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 1 – September 15.
Entry Fee
Per-vehicle parking fee for non-residents.
Address
966 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Craigville Beach today?
Craigville 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 Craigville Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 1 – September 15.
Is there an entry fee at Craigville Beach?
Per-vehicle parking fee for non-residents.
Are there lifeguards at Craigville Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Craigville Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Craigville Beach?
Amenities at Craigville Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar.
When is the water warmest at Craigville 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 Craigville Beach located?
Craigville Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at 966 Craigville Beach Rd, Centerville, MA 02632.
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