Head of the Meadow Beach, MA
Sunrise to Sunset
687 miles
48
°F
2
11
mph
100
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
High Tide Alert
High Tide Alert: Extreme high tide at 1:32 PM — beach access very limited
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.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/19/2026, 9:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 48° | 2 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 49° | 2 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 51° | 2 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 53° | 1 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 50° | 2 | 9 mph | 0.02 |
| 14:00 | 48° | 2 | 6 mph | 0.01 |
| 15:00 | 48° | 1 | 12 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/19/2026, 9:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 45°F | 2.2 ft | 6s | → E | -5.0 ft |
| 10:00 | 45°F | 2.2 ft | 6s | → E | -2.2 ft |
| 11:00 | 46°F | 2.3 ft | 5s | → E | +1.1 ft |
| 12:00 | 46°F | 2.2 ft | 5s | → E | +3.1 ft |
| 13:00 | 46°F | 2.2 ft | 5s | → E | +3.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 46°F | 2.2 ft | 5s | → E | +2.9 ft |
| 15:00 | 46°F | 2.4 ft | 5s | → E | +1.9 ft |