75°
Showers And Thunderstorms
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Erie County, PA · Great Lakes
Presque Isle State Park
301 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505
A 3,112-acre arching sand peninsula into Lake Erie, 4 miles west of the city — home to **13 beaches** and the only surf swimming in Pennsylvania. Beaches open 5 AM to sunset Memorial Day–Labor Day; swim only in designated guarded zones (wading to knee depth is allowed elsewhere). Wildly popular: over 4 million visitors a year.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
89% rain · Thunderstorms · 75°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Showers and thunderstorms before 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- 89% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
11 /100
skip
4 Swim
27 Sunbathe
0 Walk
28 Fish
21 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Light Rain
Wind
10 mph
SW
Rain
89%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 01 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
4:06 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Water Quality
Clean
118 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:45 AM
Sunset
9:00 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:36 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 10:09 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Partly Sunny
3%
82
75°
Chance Rain Showers
45%
60
79°
Mostly Sunny
2%
82
84°
Mostly Sunny
9%
84
87°
Mostly Sunny
11%
82
87°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
20%
44
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 89% 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.
Major
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Minor
2:00 AM - 3:00 AM
Major
8:50 AM - 10:50 AM
Minor
5:10 PM - 6:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Multiple lots along Peninsula Dr. Arrive early on summer weekends.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash except on swim beaches; Beach 10 has a designated dog beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
301 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Presque Isle State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Presque Isle State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Presque Isle State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash except on swim beaches; Beach 10 has a designated dog beach.
Is there an entry fee at Presque Isle State Park?
Entry to Presque Isle State Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Presque Isle State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Presque Isle 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 Presque Isle State Park?
Amenities at Presque Isle State Park include lifeguards, 13 beaches, bathhouses, marina, trails, bike path, lagoons, nature center.
When is the water warmest at Presque Isle State Park?
Great Lakes water temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 68-74°F near shore — cool compared to the ocean. Best swimming window is mid-July to late August.
Where is Presque Isle State Park located?
Presque Isle State Park is in Erie County, PA, at 301 Peninsula Dr, Erie, PA 16505.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS