87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
68%
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Baltimore County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
North Point State Park
8400 North Point Rd, Edgemere, MD 21219
A 1,310-acre Baltimore County state park on a peninsula where the Patapsco meets the Bay. Site of the Battle of North Point in the War of 1812. Beach access, historic trolley right-of-way trail, and a fishing pier.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
68% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. Southwest wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. Southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 68% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- Moderate nettle risk — 40% probability — expect some stings
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — tornado watch issued july 18 at 4:33pm edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws baltimore md/washington dc
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25 Sunbathe
0 Walk
0 Fish
22 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 7:48AM EDT until July 18 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. * WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD, and Chesapeake Bay and adjoining estuaries north of Drum Point MD. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Weather alert in effect
Tornado Watch issued July 18 at 4:33PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Light Thunderstorms and Light Rain
Wind
14 mph
SW
Rain
68%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
11:05 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.2h
Sea Nettles
Moderate nettle risk
40% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:53 AM
Sunset
8:29 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Mostly Sunny
4%
85
83°
Sunny
3%
86
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms
77%
14
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
63%
20
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
77
81°
Sunny
7%
86
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 68% chance of rain
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
3:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Minor
10:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Major
3:50 PM - 5:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident. Advance day-use reservation required weekends & holidays Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Address
8400 North Point Rd, Edgemere, MD 21219
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at North Point State Park today?
North Point State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is North Point State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at North Point State Park?
$3/person MD resident, $5 non-resident. Advance day-use reservation required weekends & holidays Memorial Day–Labor Day.
Are there lifeguards at North Point State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at North Point State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at North Point State Park?
Amenities at North Point State Park include restrooms, fishing pier, trails, historic sites, picnic pavilions.
When is the water warmest at North Point State 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 Point State Park located?
North Point State Park is in Baltimore County, MD, at 8400 North Point Rd, Edgemere, MD 21219.
Nearby Beaches
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