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Riverhead Beach
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Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
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Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 423223070531001, as of Aug 22, 6:00 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Massachusetts yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DANVERS RIVER AT BEVERLY PIER AT BEVERLY MA (3.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:00 AM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Riverhead Beach?
- Riverhead Beach is a beach in Massachusetts.
- What is the water temperature at Riverhead Beach?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Riverhead Beach in Massachusetts is 66°F (19°C), measured by USGS gauge 423223070531001, 3.7 miles away.
- Can you swim at Riverhead Beach?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
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Best Times to Visit
- ›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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