73°
Areas Of Smoke
60%
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Rockingham County, NH · Atlantic Ocean
Wallis Sands State Beach
1050 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870
A crescent of pristine sand on the Rye coast, looking out at the Isles of Shoals 6 miles offshore. Quieter, prettier, and more upscale than Hampton — the New Hampshire beach to pick when you want the ocean without the carnival.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
60% rain · NWS alert active · 73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Rain showers likely and areas of smoke before 5pm, then areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. South wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight
Areas of smoke and showers and thunderstorms likely before 9pm, then areas of smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- 60% rain — rain likely at some point
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued july 18 at 4:35pm edt until july 18 at 8:00pm edt by nws gray me
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Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 18 at 4:35PM EDT until July 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...In Maine, Coastal York, Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln and Knox Counties. In New Hampshire, Coastal Rockingham County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Weather alert in effect
Air Quality Alert issued July 18 at 3:11AM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:35PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:21PM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Light Rain and Fog/Mist
Wind
20 mph
S
Rain
60%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 01 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
72°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:12 PM
0.2 ft · in 11m
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ154)
The GYX 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.
- NHZ014 Coastal Rockingham — Portsmouth and Hampton n/a
- MEZ023 Coastal York — Old Orchard, Fortunes Rock, Wells, Ogunquit, n/a
- MEZ024 Coastal Cumberland — Scarborough, Higgins, and Crescent n/a
- MEZ025 Sagadahoc — Reid State Park and Popham n/a
- MEZ026 Lincoln — Pemaquid n/a
- MEZ027 Knox — Birch Point n/a
- MEZ028 Coastal Waldo — Moose Point State Park n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:19 AM
Sunset
8:18 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM | High | 10.4 ft |
| 8:50 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 3:14 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 9:12 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:32 AM | High | 9.8 ft |
| 9:41 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 4:05 PM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 10:10 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:26 AM | High | 9.2 ft |
| 10:32 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 4:56 PM | High | 9.4 ft |
| 11:08 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:22 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 11:24 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 5:47 PM | High | 9.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 6:19 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 12:17 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 6:40 PM | High | 9.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:05 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 7:18 AM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 1:12 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| 7:34 PM | High | 8.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 8:18 AM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 2:07 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 8:28 PM | High | 8.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8419317, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
72°
Sunny
0%
77
73°
Sunny
0%
82
71°
Partly Sunny
14%
72
77°
Rain Showers
87%
34
76°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
72
75°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
79
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 60% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid state park lot at the beach.
Dogs
Pets are not permitted at Wallis Sands State Beach at any time.
Entry Fee
$15/vehicle (flat rate).
Address
1050 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Wallis Sands State Beach today?
Wallis Sands State 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 Wallis Sands State Beach dog-friendly?
Pets are not permitted at Wallis Sands State Beach at any time.
Is there an entry fee at Wallis Sands State Beach?
$15/vehicle (flat rate).
Are there lifeguards at Wallis Sands State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wallis Sands State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Wallis Sands State Beach?
Amenities at Wallis Sands State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, picnic area, bathhouse.
When is the water warmest at Wallis Sands State 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 Wallis Sands State Beach located?
Wallis Sands State Beach is in Rockingham County, NH, at 1050 Ocean Blvd, Rye, NH 03870.
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