Massachusetts swim report

Warmest water

The 5 warmest of 25 sensors reporting a water temperature in Massachusetts today. Station names open the official monitoring page.

1. #1
   FRESH POND IN GATE HOUSE AT CAMBRIDGE, MAUSGS gauge
   78°F 26°C8 hrs ago
2. #2
   SIPPICAN HARBOR NR MARION GOLF CLUB AT MARION, MAUSGS gauge
   78°F 26°C9 hrs ago
3. #3
   FRESH POND BUOY, NEAR INTAKE AT CAMBRIDGE, MAUSGS gauge
   78°F 26°C9 hrs ago
4. #4
   PUMPHOUSE ON ASSAWOMPSET POND NEAR LAKEVILLE, MAUSGS gauge
   78°F 26°C9 hrs ago
5. #5
   HOBBS BK BELOW CAMBRIDGE RES NR KENDALL GREEN, MAUSGS gauge · 18 ft³/s
   78°F 26°C8 hrs ago

Active hazards in Massachusetts

No water-related NWS hazards are active in Massachusetts right now. Checked live against the National Weather Service alert feed.

Where to swim in Massachusetts

The most-reviewed, well-rated water destinations in Massachusetts — check each one’s live conditions before you go.

4.4(1,349)

Plymouth Long Beach

Public beach · Plymouth, Massachusetts

Narrow 3-mile peninsula that offers public swimming & is a breeding ground for terns & plovers.

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4.6(1,222)

West Dennis Beach

Public beach · West Dennis, Massachusetts

Family-friendly spot with a playground showcases beach activities such as kite flying & windsurfing.

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4.7(610)

Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge

Wildlife refuge · Sudbury, Massachusetts

Small protected area with wetlands, forested areas & vernal pools for wildlife, plus public trails.

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4.7(534)

Brookline Reservoir Park

Reservoir · Brookline, Massachusetts

A walking/jogging track surrounds a reservoir anchoring this 32-acre recreation & fishing area.

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4.5(530)

Puffers Pond

Park · Amherst, Massachusetts

Swimming, fishing & boating are popular in this 11-acre pond with a perimeter trail & beaches.

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4.5(473)

Neponset River Reservation

Park · Milton, Massachusetts

Wildlife habitat with parks, playgrounds & trails, plus bird-watching, fishing, hiking & kayaking.

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