81°
Sunny
0%
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Kent County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Rock Hall Beach
Small-town Chesapeake charm. Rock Hall Town Beach is a compact sandy stretch in the heart of a working waterman town known for crab houses, fishing charters, and sailboat culture.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 81°F air · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. North wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 65. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 465% probability — reconsider swimming
73 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
10:20 PM
1.2 ft · in 59m
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
465% probability · Annapolis buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:40 AM
Sunset
8:26 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:02 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:44 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 4:51 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:20 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny
0%
84
92°
Mostly Sunny
0%
74
94°
Mostly Sunny
6%
74
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
24
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
72
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
78
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
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking nearby.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Beach Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Rock Hall Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Rock Hall Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Rock Hall Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Rock Hall Beach?
Entry to Rock Hall Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Rock Hall Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Rock Hall Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Rock Hall Beach?
Amenities at Rock Hall Beach include restrooms, picnic tables, restaurants nearby, marina nearby.
When is the water warmest at Rock Hall 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 Rock Hall Beach located?
Rock Hall Beach is in Kent County, MD, at Beach Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661.
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