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West Beach

Public beach · Stamford, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 63°F (17°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy BRHC3 (20.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy BRHC3, as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC

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

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It’s 63°F at West Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

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Multi-use park featuring multiple sports fields plus a strip of Long Island Sound beachfront.

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Weather at West Beach

53°F, Clear · H 65° / L 52° · 3% chance of rain
H: 65° L: 52°
Clear
Clear
53°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
3%
Humidity
59%
Wind
9 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
54°
3 AM
Clear
53°
6 AM
Clear
52°
9 AM
Sunny
54°
12 PM
Sunny
62°
3 PM
Sunny
65°
6 PM
Sunny
63°
9 PM
Clear
57°

Frequently asked questions

Where is West Beach?
West Beach is a public beach in Stamford, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at West Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at West Beach in Stamford, Connecticut is 63°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy BRHC3, 20.1 miles away.
Can you swim at West Beach?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is West Beach rated?
West Beach in Stamford, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 1119 reviews.

Location & Contact

Shippan Ave, Stamford, CT 06902

Stamford, Connecticut 06902

🏖️ 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

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🚿 Public shower🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Playground
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