78°
Sunny
2%
84
Rockingham County, NH · Atlantic Ocean
North Hampton State Beach
27 Ocean Boulevard, North Hampton, NH 03862
A compact ocean-facing strip along NH-1A with a bathhouse and metered roadside parking, popular for its no-frills accessibility right off the coastal road. Smaller and quieter than nearby Hampton Beach, with a similar surf and the same NH Beach Patrol coverage.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 78. South wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 57. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
84 /100
great
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
2%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Above threshold
170 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:06 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:40 AM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 8:06 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 2:22 PM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 8:11 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Sunny
0%
85
86°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
87°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
26%
79
65°
Showers And Thunderstorms
77%
11
62°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
56
67°
Mostly Sunny
11%
76
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
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Minor
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Major
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Metered: $2/hr May 1 – Sep 30, $1/hr in April and October.
Dogs
Pets not permitted in the park.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
27 Ocean Boulevard, North Hampton, NH 03862
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at North Hampton State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for North Hampton State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is North Hampton State Beach dog-friendly?
Pets not permitted in the park.
Is there an entry fee at North Hampton State Beach?
Entry to North Hampton State Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at North Hampton State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol North Hampton State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at North Hampton State Beach?
Amenities at North Hampton State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers.
When is the water warmest at North Hampton State 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 North Hampton State Beach located?
North Hampton State Beach is in Rockingham County, NH, at 27 Ocean Boulevard, North Hampton, NH 03862.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS