79°
Smoke
46%
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Essex County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Singing Beach
119 Beach St, Manchester, MA 01944
A small Manchester-by-the-Sea beach famous for its squeaky "singing" sand — drag your foot and you hear it. Walkable from the commuter-rail station, no parking for non-residents which keeps the crowd small and local. One of the prettiest small beaches in Massachusetts.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 46% rain · 79°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Smoke and a chance of rain showers before 5pm, then smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 72 in the afternoon. South wind around 21 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely between 10pm and 11pm, then patchy smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and midnight, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southwest wind 12 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- 46% rain — rain likely at some point
- 21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 12:41pm edt until july 19 at 12:00pm edt by nws boston/norton ma
32 /100
skip
21 Swim
33 Sunbathe
50 Walk
63 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.8 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 12:41PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 5 feet. * WHERE...Coastal waters east of Ipswich Bay and the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary and Massachusetts Bay and Ipswich Bay. * WHEN...Until noon EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Light Rain and Fog/Mist
Wind
21 mph
S
Rain
46%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
79°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
9:18 PM
0.3 ft · in 17m
Wave Height
2.0 ft
ESE swell
Barometer
29.80 inHg
1009 hPa
Water Quality
Above threshold
548 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ251)
The BOX 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.
- MAZ022 Barnstable MA — Chatham, Eastham, and Provincetown n/a
- MAZ024 Nantucket MA — Nantucket n/a
- MAZ023 Dukes MA — Edgartown and Aquinnah n/a
- MAZ020 Southern Bristol MA — Westport, Dartmouth, and New Bedford n/a
- RIZ007 Newport RI — Newport, Middletown, and Little Compton n/a
- RIZ006 Washington RI — Narragansett, Charlestown, and Westerly n/a
- RIZ008 Block Island RI — Block Island n/a
- MAZ019 Eastern Plymouth MA — Cohasset, Duxbury, Hingham, Kingston, n/a
- MAZ015 Suffolk MA-Eastern Norfolk MA — Boston, Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop, n/a
- MAZ007 Eastern Essex MA — Beverly, Gloucester, and Newburyport n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:21 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:40 AM | High | 11.0 ft |
| 8:57 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 3:15 PM | High | 10.3 ft |
| 9:18 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:33 AM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 9:46 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 10.2 ft |
| 10:13 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:27 AM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 10:37 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 4:57 PM | High | 10.0 ft |
| 11:10 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:23 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 11:28 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 5:48 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:07 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 6:21 AM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 12:20 PM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 6:41 PM | High | 9.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:05 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 7:19 AM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 1:13 PM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 7:34 PM | High | 9.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:03 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 8:18 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 2:07 PM | Low | 2.2 ft |
| 8:28 PM | High | 9.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8443970, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
79°
Sunny
1%
80
79°
Sunny
0%
83
78°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
31%
65
79°
Rain Showers
86%
32
77°
Chance Rain Showers
33%
65
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
18%
77
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 21 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 68°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 46% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Non-resident parking $30 weekdays only, when attendant on duty and space allows. Weekends: resident permits only. MBTA commuter rail is 0.3 mi walk.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on the beach October 15 – April 15 only. Prohibited April 16 – October 14.
Entry Fee
Walk-in fee charged at the gate in season; verify current rate.
Address
119 Beach St, Manchester, MA 01944
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Singing Beach today?
Singing 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. 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 Singing Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on the beach October 15 – April 15 only. Prohibited April 16 – October 14.
Is there an entry fee at Singing Beach?
Walk-in fee charged at the gate in season; verify current rate.
Are there lifeguards at Singing Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Singing Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Singing Beach?
Amenities at Singing Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar.
When is the water warmest at Singing Beach?
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 Singing Beach located?
Singing Beach is in Essex County, MA, at 119 Beach St, Manchester, MA 01944.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS