72°
Sunny
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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
Ideal for a beach walk.
72°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 72. South wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 59. Southwest wind around 8 mph.
Weather
- 72°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
74 /100
great
62 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
72°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
S
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
75°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Barometer
30.14 inHg
1021 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
15 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 4mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:08 AM
Sunset
8:10 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:22 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 9:32 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 3:15 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 9:15 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
75°
Sunny
1%
75
75°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
79°
Mostly Sunny
3%
75
72°
Rain Showers Likely
69%
53
63°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
21
66°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
62
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 61°F
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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Craigville Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Craigville Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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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