Where is Anchor Beach?

Anchor Beach is a public beach in Milford, Connecticut.

What is the water temperature at Anchor Beach?

As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Anchor Beach in Milford, Connecticut is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy NWHC3, 6.1 miles away.

How is Anchor Beach rated?

Anchor Beach in Milford, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 167 reviews.

Updated August 8, 2025

Anchor Beach

Public beach · Milford, Connecticut

4.8(167 reviews)

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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 (6.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:18 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, 5:18 AM UTC

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

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

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Weather at Anchor Beach

50°F, Clear · H 66° / L 48° · 3% chance of rain3-day forecast

H: 66° L: 48°

Clear

50°

Feels like 46°

Precipitation

Humidity

70%

Wind

8 mph

UV Index

12 AM

51°

3 AM

50°

6 AM

49°

9 AM

53°

12 PM

62°

3 PM

66°

6 PM

60°

9 PM

54°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Anchor Beach?: Anchor Beach is a public beach in Milford, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Anchor Beach?: As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Anchor Beach in Milford, Connecticut is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy NWHC3, 6.1 miles away.
Can you swim at Anchor 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 Anchor Beach rated?: Anchor Beach in Milford, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 167 reviews.

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Location & Contact

136 Beach Ave, Milford, CT 06460

Milford, Connecticut 06460

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🏖️ 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

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids

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