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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 (15.6 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:18 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, 6:18 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 West Wharf now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool today

A 1.8-acre beach with a pier, boat moorings, parking lot in an old shipbuilding area.

Weather at West Wharf

49°F, Clear · H 64° / L 48° · 5% chance of rain
H: 64° L: 48°
Clear
Clear
49°
|
Feels like 44°
Precipitation
5%
Humidity
76%
Wind
10 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
49°
3 AM
Clear
49°
6 AM
Clear
48°
9 AM
Sunny
52°
12 PM
Sunny
62°
3 PM
Sunny
64°
6 PM
Sunny
59°
9 PM
Clear
52°

Frequently asked questions

Where is West Wharf?
West Wharf is a beach in Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at West Wharf?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at West Wharf in Connecticut is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy NWHC3, 15.6 miles away.
Can you swim at West Wharf?
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 West Wharf rated?
West Wharf in Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 16 reviews.

Location & Contact

Connecticut 06443

Connecticut 06443

🏖️ 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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