70°
Sunny
1%
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Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Nauset Beach
250 Beach Rd, East Orleans, MA 02643
A 10-mile barrier beach on Cape Cod's outer arm, managed by the town of Orleans. Big Atlantic surf, white-shark advisories taken seriously, and a snack bar with a cult-favorite onion ring. Off-road-vehicle access on the lower beach (permit required).
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 70. South wind around 9 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 57. Southwest wind around 9 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
65 /100
good
55 Swim
70 Sunbathe
80 Walk
69 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Clear
Wind
9 mph
S
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
70°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Barometer
30.14 inHg
1021 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:06 AM
Sunset
8:09 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
70°
Sunny
1%
67
75°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
75°
Mostly Sunny
4%
75
70°
Rain Showers Likely
66%
43
62°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
21
63°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
59
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 61°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.
Minor
10:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Major
2:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Minor
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Major
2:20 PM - 4:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid town lot — daily hangtag $32.50 (2026), weekly $165. Fills by mid-morning.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the main public beach April 1 – Labor Day. Off-leash (voice-controlled) day after Labor Day – March 31. Leashed dogs allowed year-round on the ORV section south of Trail #1 (max 30-ft leash).
Entry Fee
Daily hangtag $32.50; weekly $165.
Address
250 Beach Rd, East Orleans, MA 02643
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Nauset Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Nauset Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Nauset Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the main public beach April 1 – Labor Day. Off-leash (voice-controlled) day after Labor Day – March 31. Leashed dogs allowed year-round on the ORV section south of Trail #1 (max 30-ft leash).
Is there an entry fee at Nauset Beach?
Daily hangtag $32.50; weekly $165.
Are there lifeguards at Nauset Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Nauset Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Nauset Beach?
Amenities at Nauset Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, ORV access (permit).
When is the water warmest at Nauset 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 Nauset Beach located?
Nauset Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at 250 Beach Rd, East Orleans, MA 02643.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS