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Sandy Point

Island · Stonington, Connecticut

Cool water — ease in carefully

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Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy NLHC3, as of Aug 21, 9:48 PM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
70°F
21°C

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

Live data from NOAA buoy NLHC3 (10.7 mi away), as of Aug 21, 9:48 PM UTC.

Weather at Sandy Point

H: 70° L: 64°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
69°
|
Feels like 65°
Precipitation
91%
Humidity
88%
Wind
16 mph
UV Index
0.1
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🏄Good for surfing/sailing🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Moderate rain
67°
3 AM
Heavy rain
66°
6 AM
Heavy rain
64°
9 AM
Moderate rain
66°
12 PM
Moderate rain
70°
3 PM
Overcast
70°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
69°
9 PM
Light drizzle
68°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sandy Point?
Sandy Point is a island in Stonington, Connecticut.
What is the water temperature at Sandy Point?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Sandy Point in Stonington, Connecticut is 70°F (21°C), measured by NOAA buoy NLHC3, 10.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Sandy Point?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 70°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Sandy Point rated?
Sandy Point in Stonington, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 5 out of 5, based on 5 reviews.

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Stonington, CT 06378

Stonington, Connecticut 06378

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