Popham Beach, ME
Sunrise to Sunset
726 miles
59
°F
5
6
mph
40
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Walk to water
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 1 PM-6 PM — not ideal for kids (10s wave period)
About This Beach
Popham Beach is a large, sandy beach in Maine known for its stunning views, tide pools, and the ability to walk to a nearby island during low tide. Facilities include restrooms and showers (availability varies). The beach can get crowded, especially during peak season, making parking challenging.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.8
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 58° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 60° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 61° | 5 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 60° | 4 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 59° | 3 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 58° | 2 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 55° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 60°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↘ SE | -4.0 ft |
| 13:00 | 60°F | 3.5 ft | 9s | ↘ SE | -4.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 60°F | 3.4 ft | 9s | ↘ SE | -4.0 ft |
| 15:00 | 60°F | 3.3 ft | 10s | ↘ SE | -3.0 ft |
| 16:00 | 60°F | 3.2 ft | 10s | ↘ SE | -1.3 ft |
| 17:00 | 60°F | 3.2 ft | 10s | ↘ SE | +0.4 ft |
| 18:00 | 60°F | 3.1 ft | 10s | ↘ SE | +1.6 ft |