74°
Sunny
1%
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Barnstable County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
West Dennis Beach
139 Lighthouse Road, West Dennis, MA 02670
A mile and a half of south-facing sand on Nantucket Sound, separated from a salt marsh by a long parking lot that holds over a thousand cars. Steady afternoon southwesterlies and warm-ish water make it a favorite for windsurfers and kiteboarders.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 74. South wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 59. Southwest wind around 7 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
74 /100
great
62 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
S
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
75°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Barometer
30.14 inHg
1021 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:08 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:22 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 9:32 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 3:15 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 9:15 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
75°
Sunny
1%
75
75°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
75
73°
Rain Showers Likely
67%
53
64°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
21
66°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
16%
62
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 61°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Daily (cash only): $25 weekday, $30 weekend/holiday; weekly sticker $90. Required Saturday of Memorial Day weekend – Labor Day.
Dogs
No animals on the beach, in parking areas, or in unattended vehicles from Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Allowed off-season; never during active piping plover nesting.
Entry Fee
$25 weekday / $30 weekend daily parking
Address
139 Lighthouse Road, West Dennis, MA 02670
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at West Dennis Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for West Dennis Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is West Dennis Beach dog-friendly?
No animals on the beach, in parking areas, or in unattended vehicles from Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Allowed off-season; never during active piping plover nesting.
Is there an entry fee at West Dennis Beach?
$25 weekday / $30 weekend daily parking
Are there lifeguards at West Dennis Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol West Dennis Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at West Dennis Beach?
Amenities at West Dennis Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, kayak access.
When is the water warmest at West Dennis 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 West Dennis Beach located?
West Dennis Beach is in Barnstable County, MA, at 139 Lighthouse Road, West Dennis, MA 02670.
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