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Old Mill Beach

Beach · Westport, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 62°F (17°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy BRHC3 (9.5 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:54 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy BRHC3, 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 62°F at Old Mill Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool today

Sandy beach overlooking the sound, with a seasonal 1.8-acre park without restrooms or lifeguards.

Weather at Old Mill Beach

53°F, Clear · H 66° / L 52° · 3% chance of rain
H: 66° L: 52°
Clear
Clear
53°
|
Feels like 48°
Precipitation
3%
Humidity
62%
Wind
10 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
55°
3 AM
Clear
54°
6 AM
Clear
53°
9 AM
Sunny
56°
12 PM
Sunny
64°
3 PM
Sunny
66°
6 PM
Sunny
64°
9 PM
Clear
58°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Old Mill Beach?
Old Mill Beach is a beach in Westport, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Old Mill Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Old Mill Beach in Westport, Connecticut is 62°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy BRHC3, 9.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Old Mill Beach?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Old Mill Beach rated?
Old Mill Beach in Westport, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 15 reviews.

Location & Contact

Westport, CT 06880

Westport, Connecticut 06880

🏖️ 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

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