91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
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Worcester County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Public Landing Beach
Small sandy beach on Chincoteague Bay in the unincorporated Eastern Shore community of Public Landing. Calm water, quiet, and a great alternative to Ocean City's crowds if you want a Bay-side day on the southern Eastern Shore.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 47% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of rain showers before 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 103. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 8pm and 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. Southwest wind 8 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 47% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — severe thunderstorm watch issued july 18 at 2:14pm edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws wakefield va
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0 Swim
32 Sunbathe
9 Walk
0 Fish
24 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 2:14PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 9:28AM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
91°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
S
Rain
47%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:52 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Mostly Sunny
9%
81
84°
Sunny
11%
83
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
56%
22
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
9
82°
Chance Rain Showers
34%
67
83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
16%
77
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 47% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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
10:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Major
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Minor
10:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Major
3:50 PM - 5:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Public Landing, MD 21851
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Public Landing Beach today?
Public Landing Beach 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 Public Landing Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Public Landing Beach?
Entry to Public Landing Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Public Landing Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Public Landing Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Public Landing Beach?
Amenities at Public Landing Beach include restrooms, pavilion, fishing pier, boat ramp.
When is the water warmest at Public Landing Beach?
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 Public Landing Beach located?
Public Landing Beach is in Worcester County, MD, at Public Landing, MD 21851.
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