Is Sunken Meadow Beach good for swimming today?

Sunken Meadow Beach has BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.

What is the water temperature at Sunken Meadow Beach today?

21°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.

How windy is Sunken Meadow Beach today?

15 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.

What should I check before swimming at Sunken Meadow Beach?

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Sunken Meadow Beach

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Quick answer: Sunken Meadow Beach today

Sunken Meadow Beach is a BeachFinder spot in CA-E, CA. Today, compare water temperature 21°C, wind 15 km/h · SW, uv 8.0, waves 0.5 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature

21°C

Wind

15 km/h · SW

8.0

Waves

0.5 m

Water quality

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Last updated: Jul 2, 05:30 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 79/100

Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.

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Updated: Jul 2, 05:30 AM

Water temp

21°C

Air temp

22°C

Feels like

23°C

UV index

8.0

Wind

15 km/h · SW

Gust 25 km/h

Waves

0.5 m

Current

0 km/h · E

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Sunken Meadow Beach

Sunken Meadow Beach stretches along the Atlantic coast of Massachusetts, in the Cape Cod region, about 4.5 km south of Marconi Beach and 5 km west of Nauset Light Beach in Eastham. This stretch of coastline, shaped by glacial deposits that characterize the entire peninsula, borders the Atlantic Ocean with the typical geology of New England beaches: fine sand cliffs interspersed with ancient rock formations. The surrounding coastal landscape alternates between exposed sandy areas and more sheltered sections, creating a mosaic of distinct coastal environments over a few kilometers. The beach itself consists of a strip of fine sand, characteristic of the southern Cape Cod beaches. Unlike Nauset Light Beach, which is wider and more crowded, Sunken Meadow offers a less densely populated experience. The site has direct exposure to the Atlantic Ocean, making it a place subject to Atlantic swell conditions and significant tides in the region. Access to the shore is gradual, typical of the beaches on this coast, with a gentle slope allowing for a regular entry into the water. No swimming supervision services are provided on-site. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not arranged. The beach does not have Blue Flag certification. Visitors should bring their own equipment and be self-sufficient regarding water safety. The proximity of Lecount Hollow Beach and Maguire Landing Beach, both 6.4 km away, offers alternatives just a short drive for those seeking additional services.

About this spot

The name "Sunken Meadow" evokes the low meadows that once characterized this area before being gradually submerged by rising sea levels, a continuous geomorphological phenomenon along the Massachusetts coast. Cape Cod, formed about 20,000 years ago by the terminal deposits of the last glaciation, has experienced accelerated coastal erosion since the 19th century. The beaches in this region have long served as landmarks for whalers and fishermen from New England; Marconi, located nearby, is named after Guglielmo Marconi, who established his first transatlantic transmission station here in 1903, transforming this stretch of coastline into a symbolic site of technological innovation in the early 20th century.

Updated 5/9/2026

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