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Jennings Beach

Public beach · Fairfield, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 62°F (17°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy BRHC3 (3.7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy BRHC3, as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for Connecticut yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

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It’s 62°F at Jennings Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Wide, sandy stretch on the Long Island Sound with a lifeguard, snack bar, showers & restrooms.

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Weather at Jennings Beach

45°F, Clear · H 67° / L 45° · 3% chance of rain
H: 67° L: 45°
Clear
Clear
45°
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Feels like 42°
Precipitation
3%
Humidity
70%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
47°
3 AM
Clear
46°
6 AM
Clear
45°
9 AM
Sunny
53°
12 PM
Sunny
65°
3 PM
Sunny
67°
6 PM
Sunny
58°
9 PM
Clear
51°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Jennings Beach?
Jennings Beach is a public beach in Fairfield, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Jennings Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Jennings Beach in Fairfield, Connecticut is 62°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy BRHC3, 3.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Jennings Beach?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Jennings Beach rated?
Jennings Beach in Fairfield, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 1409 reviews.

Location & Contact

880 S Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

Fairfield, Connecticut 06824

🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
  • ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
  • ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🚿 Public shower🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Playground
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