Can I swim at Old Orchard Beach right now?

The sea at Old Orchard Beach is currently 16.4°C — fresh swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Old Orchard Beach next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Old Orchard Beach to sit close to 27.4°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Old Orchard Beach?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Old Orchard Beach, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Old Orchard Beach?

With water currently at 16.4°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

United States

Maine · Atlantic Ocean

Old Orchard Beach

Seven-mile classic New England boardwalk beach.

Fresh water with calm seas and glassy wind — fresh conditions — a wetsuit is recommended.

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Sea temperature now

16.4°Cmild

Fair

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

16.7°C

Wave height

0.5 m

Wind

2.2 km/h

UV index

0.3 UV index

Location

Old Orchard Beach on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

3/2mm fullsuit

At 16.4°C a 3/2mm fullsuit is the standard wetsuit for surfing and watersports.

Surf & watersports

Spring/autumn conditions in temperate seas. A 3/2mm full wetsuit (3mm torso, 2mm limbs) is the most versatile thickness — warm enough for 2-hour sessions, flexible enough for paddling. Open-water swimmers should wear a triathlon-cut swim wetsuit.

Open-water swimming

A triathlon-style swim wetsuit keeps you warm for 45–60 minutes.

Recommendation tuned for Old Orchard Beach's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Old Orchard Beach today?

The sea is currently 16.4°C — fair swimming conditions. Acclimatised swimmers will be most comfortable.

Key takeaways

• Located in Maine, United States (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan18°C Feb18°C Mar19°C Apr21°C May23°CBest Jun26°CBest Jul28°CBest Aug28°CBest Sep27°CBest Oct25°CBest Nov22°CBest Dec19°C

18°C → 28°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Apr – May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	18°C	Pleasant
Feb	18°C	Pleasant
Mar	19°C	Pleasant
Apr	21°C	Pleasant
May	23°C	Warm
Jun	26°C	Hot
Jul ⭐	28°C	Hot
Aug	28°C	Hot
Sep	27°C	Hot
Oct	25°C	Warm
Nov	22°C	Warm
Dec	19°C	Pleasant

Can you swim here? — Old Orchard Beach