Dowses Beach, MA

Sunrise to Sunset
670 miles
Dowses Beach, MA
Dowses Beach, MA view 1
Dowses Beach, MA view 2
Temperature
17
°F
UV Index
0
Wind Speed
7
mph
Humidity
41
%
Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~2
min

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About This Beach

Dowses Beach is a small, residents-only beach in Osterville, MA, known for its soft sand, beautiful sunsets, and calm waters (though sometimes rough). It offers amenities like restrooms, showers, and a wheelchair-accessible ramp, making it popular for families, though parking is limited and requires a sticker for residents during summer. While generally family-friendly, the limited access and residents-only nature can affect the overall experience.

🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances

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Plan Your Visit

Beach Overview

Amenities

Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby

Activities & Rentals

No activities or rentals available.

Beachgoers Reviews

4.7

Average Rating

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Weather Forecast

Updated: 3/2/2026, 8:15:00 PM

Hourly

TimeAir TempUVWindRain
20:0017°06 mph0
21:0016°07 mph0
22:0016°07 mph0
23:0016°06 mph0
00:0015°05 mph0
01:0015°04 mph0
02:0014°04 mph0

Surf Conditions

Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 8:15:00 PM

Hourly Surf

TimeTempWavePeriodSwellTide
20:0034°F0.7 ft7s↓ S-2.1 ft
21:0034°F0.7 ft7s↓ S-1.8 ft
22:0034°F0.7 ft7s↓ S-1.4 ft
23:0034°F0.7 ft7s↘ SE-1.4 ft
00:0034°F0.7 ft7s↘ SE-1.9 ft
01:0034°F0.7 ft7s↘ SE-2.8 ft
02:0034°F0.7 ft7s↘ SE-3.8 ft

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