Drakes Island Beach, ME
Sunrise to Sunset
682 miles
26
°F
2
16
mph
39
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Wind Alert: Gusty conditions at 2 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (16mph)
About This Beach
Drake's Island Beach is a beautiful, sandy beach in Wells, Maine, known for its clean sands and scenic views, including a walkable jetty. While it can get busy, especially during peak season afternoons, many visitors appreciate its peaceful atmosphere and quieter moments, particularly in the mornings and evenings. Facilities include restrooms in the parking lot, but parking itself can be limited and expensive.
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Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 25° | 2 | 17 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 27° | 2 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 28° | 1 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 28° | 1 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 26° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 25° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 24° | 0 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 41°F | 4.1 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -4.2 ft |
| 14:00 | 41°F | 3.9 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -5.7 ft |
| 15:00 | 41°F | 3.7 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -6.6 ft |
| 16:00 | 41°F | 3.5 ft | 7s | ↘ SE | -6.7 ft |
| 17:00 | 41°F | 3.3 ft | 7s | ↘ SE | -5.6 ft |
| 18:00 | 41°F | 3.3 ft | 7s | ↘ SE | -3.7 ft |
| 19:00 | 41°F | 3.2 ft | 8s | ↘ SE | -1.8 ft |