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Avery Point Beach

Beach · Groton, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy NLHC3, as of Aug 21, 6:30 PM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
70°F
21°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy NLHC3 (3.9 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:30 PM UTC.

Weather at Avery Point Beach

H: 78° L: 64°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
69°
|
Feels like 64°
Precipitation
90%
Humidity
88%
Wind
19 mph
UV Index
5.3
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🏄Good for surfing/sailing🧴High UV - use sunscreen🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Moderate rain
66°
3 AM
Heavy rain
66°
6 AM
Heavy rain
65°
9 AM
Heavy rain
66°
12 PM
Heavy rain
72°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
69°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
69°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
68°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Avery Point Beach?
Avery Point Beach is a beach in Groton, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Avery Point Beach?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Avery Point Beach in Groton, Connecticut is 70°F (21°C), measured by NOAA buoy NLHC3, 3.9 miles away.
Can you swim at Avery Point Beach?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Avery Point Beach rated?
Avery Point Beach in Groton, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 69 reviews.

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🏖️ Swimming Beaches 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
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Groton, CT 06340

Groton, Connecticut 06340

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