85°
Mostly Sunny
1%
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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 · 76°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 2311% probability — reconsider swimming
74 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 13 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
5:54 PM
0.8 ft · in 3.2h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
2311% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Elevated
80 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:38 AM
Sunset
8:35 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:17 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 12:51 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:54 PM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 11:45 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Cloudy
14%
79
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
17
86°
Partly Sunny
12%
86
87°
Mostly Sunny
4%
86
90°
Mostly Sunny
10%
77
95°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
45
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 to 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
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.
Major
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 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