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Jennings Beach
Public beach · Fairfield, Connecticut
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool 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.
Wide, sandy stretch on the Long Island Sound with a lifeguard, snack bar, showers & restrooms.
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45°F, Clear · H 67° / L 45° · 3% chance of rain3-day forecast









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.
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🏖️ 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
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