Where is Alvord Beach?

Alvord Beach is a beach in Massachusetts.

What is the water temperature at Alvord Beach?

As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Alvord Beach in Massachusetts is 75°F (24°C), measured by NOAA buoy BRHC3, 8.6 miles away.

Updated June 9, 2026

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Alvord Beach

Beach

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy BRHC3, as of Aug 22, 2:18 AM UTC
Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

Water temp

75°F

24°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy BRHC3 (8.6 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:18 AM UTC.

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Weather at Alvord Beach

H: 73° L: 64°

Light drizzle

68°

Feels like 71°

Precipitation

88%

Humidity

89%

Wind

4 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected

12 AM

64°

3 AM

64°

6 AM

64°

9 AM

68°

12 PM

73°

3 PM

70°

6 PM

70°

9 PM

69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Alvord Beach?: Alvord Beach is a beach in Massachusetts.
What is the water temperature at Alvord Beach?: As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Alvord Beach in Massachusetts is 75°F (24°C), measured by NOAA buoy BRHC3, 8.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Alvord Beach?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.

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