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Mostly Sunny
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Cecil County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
North East Community Park
100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901
Town-run park at the head of the Chesapeake where the North East River empties in. Small sandy/grassy shoreline, fishing pier, pavilion, and playground. Good quiet wading spot for kids — jellyfish are rare this far up the Bay — but no lifeguards.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for swimming.
76°F water · 85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tonight
Isolated showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
81 /100
great
87 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for swimming today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 12 mph
SW
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 Low Tide
3:39 PM
1.3 ft · in 58m
Water Quality
Elevated
80 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:35 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:29 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 8:12 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 3:39 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 7:58 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Cloudy
12%
79
79°
Rain Showers
86%
44
86°
Mostly Sunny
12%
86
87°
Mostly Sunny
4%
86
91°
Mostly Sunny
9%
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 12 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
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at North East Community Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for North East Community Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is North East Community Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at North East Community Park?
Entry to North East Community Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at North East Community Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at North East Community Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at North East Community Park?
Amenities at North East Community Park include fishing pier, playground, pavilion, picnic tables, restrooms, boat ramp nearby.
When is the water warmest at North East Community 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 North East Community Park located?
North East Community Park is in Cecil County, MD, at 100 Walnut St, North East, MD 21901.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS