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Mostly Sunny
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Westmoreland County, VA · Potomac River
Westmoreland State Park
1650 State Park Rd, Montross, VA 22520
1,321-acre park on the Virginia side of the Potomac, a mile downriver from George Washington's birthplace. Swim beach, fossil beach (Miocene-era, similar to Calvert Cliffs but with Chesapecten scallops), pool, camping.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for fossil hunting.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 5 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 3629% probability — reconsider swimming
83 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
89 Fossils
80 Photo
Best for fossil hunting today
Water level 0.9 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 9 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
92°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
5:12 PM
0.3 ft · in 2.5h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3629% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
161 cfu/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 7w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:45 AM
Sunset
8:34 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:16 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:01 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 5:12 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:39 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
92°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
38
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
66%
35
84°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
48
87°
Sunny
4%
86
93°
Sunny
3%
77
96°
Sunny
8%
70
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Park lot.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas.
Entry Fee
$7/vehicle weekday, $10 weekend/holiday (standard VA parking; pool and boat-launch fees separate)
Address
1650 State Park Rd, Montross, VA 22520
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Westmoreland State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Westmoreland State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Westmoreland State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash in designated areas.
Is there an entry fee at Westmoreland State Park?
$7/vehicle weekday, $10 weekend/holiday (standard VA parking; pool and boat-launch fees separate)
Are there lifeguards at Westmoreland State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Westmoreland 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 Westmoreland State Park?
Amenities at Westmoreland State Park include lifeguards, pool, camping, cabins, fossils, boat rentals, fishing pier.
When is the water warmest at Westmoreland State Park?
The tidal Potomac peaks in late July and August at 78-82°F. Swimmable from mid-June into September.
Where is Westmoreland State Park located?
Westmoreland State Park is in Westmoreland County, VA, at 1650 State Park Rd, Montross, VA 22520.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS