76°
Patchy Smoke
86%
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Fairfield County, CT · Atlantic Ocean
Sherwood Island State Park
Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
Connecticut's first state park: a mile and a half of Long Island Sound beach with two lots, a 9/11 memorial grove, and views all the way to the New York skyline on clear days.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
86% rain · 76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy smoke and showers and thunderstorms before 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Cloudy. High near 76, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. South wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southwest wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- 86% rain — wet day — beach day is off
29 /100
skip
22 Sunbathe
30 Walk
69 Fish
61 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Haze
Wind
13 mph
S
Rain
86%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:28 PM
0.3 ft · in 17m
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (CTZ009)
The OKX 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.
- NYZ075 Kings (Brooklyn) — Coney Island Beach and Manhattan Beach High
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach High
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, High
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park High
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, High
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:35 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:42 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 9:00 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 3:13 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 9:28 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:35 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 9:49 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 4:04 PM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 10:23 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:27 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 10:38 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 4:54 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 11:18 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:21 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 11:29 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 5:46 PM | High | 6.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:14 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:17 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 12:22 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 6:39 PM | High | 6.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:10 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 7:14 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 1:16 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 7:32 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 8:09 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 2:09 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 8:25 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8465705, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
0%
83
80°
Sunny
0%
87
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
67%
21
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
15
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
74
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
82
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 86% 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
10:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Major
3:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Minor
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Major
3:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free for CT-registered vehicles. Non-resident day pass: $15 weekday / $22 weekend ($7 after 4 PM), April – October.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted in the park; not allowed on the swim beach.
Entry Fee
$15 weekday / $22 weekend non-resident vehicle
Address
Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sherwood Island State Park today?
Sherwood Island 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Sherwood Island State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted in the park; not allowed on the swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Sherwood Island State Park?
$15 weekday / $22 weekend non-resident vehicle
Are there lifeguards at Sherwood Island State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sherwood Island 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 Sherwood Island State Park?
Amenities at Sherwood Island State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic area, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Sherwood Island 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 Sherwood Island State Park located?
Sherwood Island State Park is in Fairfield County, CT, at Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS