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Essex County, MA · Atlantic Ocean
Wingaersheek Beach
232 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930
A protected, shallow-bottomed Gloucester beach where the tide pulls way out and kids can wade for what feels like forever. Granite outcrops at the south end, the Annisquam Lighthouse across the channel, and a low-tide sandbar that creates natural pools. Among the most family-friendly beaches north of Boston.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
73°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. South wind 2 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Scattered rain showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
72 /100
great
60 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking 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
73°F
Clear
Wind
2 to 9 mph
S
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
70°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
2:45 PM
1.8 ft · in 2m
Barometer
30.06 inHg
1018 hPa
Water Quality
Above threshold
548 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo 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
5:05 AM
Sunset
8:24 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:40 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 8:54 AM | High | 8.5 ft |
| 2:45 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 9:06 PM | High | 9.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
70°
Scattered Rain Showers then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
17
73°
Chance Rain Showers
27%
67
80°
Mostly Sunny
5%
77
79°
Mostly Sunny
2%
77
82°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
77
83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
73
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
City lot — $35/non-resident weekends, $25 weekdays in summer. Fills by 9 AM on warm Saturdays.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited May 1 – September 30. October 1 – April 30: leashed permitted, with unleashed dogs allowed only on ODD-numbered days at Wingaersheek.
Entry Fee
Per-vehicle parking fee covers beach access.
Address
232 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Wingaersheek Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Wingaersheek Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Wingaersheek Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited May 1 – September 30. October 1 – April 30: leashed permitted, with unleashed dogs allowed only on ODD-numbered days at Wingaersheek.
Is there an entry fee at Wingaersheek Beach?
Per-vehicle parking fee covers beach access.
Are there lifeguards at Wingaersheek Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Wingaersheek Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Wingaersheek Beach?
Amenities at Wingaersheek Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, snack bar, changing rooms.
When is the water warmest at Wingaersheek 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 Wingaersheek Beach located?
Wingaersheek Beach is in Essex County, MA, at 232 Atlantic St, Gloucester, MA 01930.
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