Metcalf Memorial Beach is an ocean beach in Dennis, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Parking
Metcalf Memorial lot Beach sticker or daily pass required during posted beach…
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Dogs
No pets on any Dennis beach or beach lot from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day; West Dennis Beach extends the ban west of the middle bathhouse from April 1.
Getting in
Parking
Metcalf Memorial lot
CostBeach sticker or daily pass required during posted beach hours
the town's beach regulations list Metcalfe Memorial Beach as a public parking area
Access points along this beach
Tides & weather
Tide and sun: NOAA astronomy · forecast: NWS, up to 7 days
Show the full year
Average water temperature at Metcalf Memorial Beach by month, in °F| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Water °F | 40° | 39° | 42° | 49° | 55° | 63° | 69° | 68° | 66° | 60° | 50° | 44° |
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Monthly averages from NOAA, Chatham (2022 to 2024). Today's reading is in the conditions above.
Common questions
Is Metcalf Memorial Beach in Dennis open today?
open to the public; water quality here is not monitored by MA DPH (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
What's the water temperature at Metcalf Memorial Beach?
Water at Metcalf Memorial Beach averages about 39°F in February and 69°F in July, based on NOAA readings at Chatham from 2022 to 2024. For today's temperature, see the conditions above.
What rules should I know at Metcalf Memorial Beach?
Dogs prohibited Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, and whenever piping plovers are nesting.
Can you swim at Metcalf Memorial Beach?
Metcalf Memorial Beach is town-owned and its water is not monitored by MA DPH, so there is no official swim status. Check conditions posted at the beach.
Are dogs allowed at Metcalf Memorial Beach?
No pets on any Dennis beach or beach lot from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day; West Dennis Beach extends the ban west of the middle bathhouse from April 1.