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South St Beach

Beach · West Haven, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 61°F (16°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy NWHC3 (4.4 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy NWHC3, as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC

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

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 61°F at South St Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool today

Weather at South St Beach

50°F, Clear · H 67° / L 50° · 3% chance of rain
H: 67° L: 50°
Clear
Clear
50°
|
Feels like 45°
Precipitation
3%
Humidity
71%
Wind
10 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
52°
3 AM
Clear
50°
6 AM
Clear
50°
9 AM
Sunny
54°
12 PM
Sunny
63°
3 PM
Sunny
67°
6 PM
Sunny
61°
9 PM
Clear
55°

Frequently asked questions

Where is South St Beach?
South St Beach is a beach in West Haven, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at South St Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at South St Beach in West Haven, Connecticut is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy NWHC3, 4.4 miles away.
Can you swim at South St Beach?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is South St Beach rated?
South St Beach in West Haven, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 151 reviews.

Location & Contact

523 Ocean Ave, West Haven, CT 06516

West Haven, Connecticut 06516

🏖️ 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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