63°
Sunny
2%
47
Sagadahoc County, ME · Atlantic Ocean
Popham Beach State Park
10 Perkins Farm Lane, Phippsburg, ME 04562
A three-mile sweep of sand at the mouth of the Kennebec River where shifting channels and offshore islands rearrange the shoreline year to year. Strong currents and dropoffs are real, so swimming is best near the lifeguard stations during the staffed season.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
51°F water · 63°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 63. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 51°F water — dangerously cold — do not swim
42 /100
ok
18 Swim
58 Sunbathe
74 Walk
80 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
2%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
67°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
51°F
Too cold to swim
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ152)
The GYX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NHZ014 Coastal Rockingham — Portsmouth and Hampton n/a
- MEZ023 Coastal York — Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit, n/a
- MEZ024 Coastal Cumberland — Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent n/a
- MEZ025 Sagadahoc — Reid State Park and Popham n/a
- MEZ026 Lincoln — Pemaquid n/a
- MEZ027 Knox — Birch Point n/a
- MEZ028 Coastal Waldo — Moose Point State Park n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
4:59 AM
Sunset
8:15 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:28 AM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 7:55 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 2:12 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 7:54 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
67°
Sunny
0%
54
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
54
69°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
25
60°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
12
59°
Mostly Sunny
14%
47
61°
Mostly Sunny
8%
47
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 51°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use fee at entrance gate.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Leashed pets welcome October 1 – March 31.
Entry Fee
$8 adult non-resident / $6 Maine resident (2026)
Address
10 Perkins Farm Lane, Phippsburg, ME 04562
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Popham Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Popham Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Popham Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on the beach April 1 – September 30. Leashed pets welcome October 1 – March 31.
Is there an entry fee at Popham Beach State Park?
$8 adult non-resident / $6 Maine resident (2026)
Are there lifeguards at Popham Beach State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Popham Beach State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Popham Beach State Park?
Amenities at Popham Beach State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, grills, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Popham Beach State Park?
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 Popham Beach State Park located?
Popham Beach State Park is in Sagadahoc County, ME, at 10 Perkins Farm Lane, Phippsburg, ME 04562.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS