Head of the Meadow Beach, MA
Sunrise to Sunset
440 miles
42
°F
4
9
mph
50
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Walk to water
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About This Beach
Head of the Meadow Beach offers a beautiful expanse of sand backed by impressive dunes, providing sweeping ocean views. The beach features varying wave conditions, suitable for both swimming and boogie boarding, and boasts a mix of calm tide pools and stronger currents, along with abundant wildlife like seals and even occasional shark sightings. Amenities include restrooms and some outdoor showers, but access involves a walk across dunes from the parking area.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/21/2026, 4:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:00 | 42° | 4 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 41° | 3 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 40° | 2 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 39° | 1 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 36° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 36° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 36° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/21/2026, 4:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:00 | 45°F | 1.8 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | +1.7 ft |
| 17:00 | 45°F | 1.8 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | +0.6 ft |
| 18:00 | 45°F | 1.7 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -1.9 ft |
| 19:00 | 45°F | 1.6 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -4.7 ft |
| 20:00 | 45°F | 1.6 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -6.0 ft |
| 21:00 | 45°F | 1.6 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -5.8 ft |
| 22:00 | 45°F | 1.6 ft | 4s | ↗ NE | -5.0 ft |