82°
Sunny
1%
84
Harford County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park
2035 Kearney Dr, Joppa, MD 21085
A compact Joppatowne community park on the Gunpowder River with a small beach-access area, fishing pier, and boat ramp. Neighborhood-scale and quiet — a convenient shoreline fix, not a destination swim beach.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 82°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 82. North wind around 3 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 58. Northwest wind 0 to 3 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 348% probability — reconsider swimming
71 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
67 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
3 mph
N
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
348% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Elevated
80 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:38 AM
Sunset
8:26 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:29 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:04 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 6:19 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny
0%
84
91°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
93°
Mostly Sunny
5%
74
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
33
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
72
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
78
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
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
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Small free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2035 Kearney Dr, Joppa, MD 21085
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park?
Entry to Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park?
Amenities at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park include boat ramp, fishing pier, playground, picnic tables, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park?
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 Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park located?
Jean S. Roberts Memorial Park is in Harford County, MD, at 2035 Kearney Dr, Joppa, MD 21085.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS