Should you go to the beach today?
Yes with caution; choose a guarded beach and use the best weather window. Rip-current risk is moderate; follow lifeguard instructions and posted flags.
Lowest combined rain and wind impact in the available forecast
Rip-current risk is moderate; follow lifeguard instructions and posted flags.
Best Times Today
A quick planning grid for the most common beach-day decisions.
Swimming
Surfing
Beach walk
Fishing
Kayaking / paddleboarding
Sunset photos
Avoiding crowds
Beach Safety
Conditions can change quickly. Always follow posted beach flags, lifeguard instructions, and official local advisories.
Rip Current Risk
ModerateSwimming Recommendation
FairLifeguards
Check locallyThunderstorm Risk
LowSurf Zone Hazards
ModerateWater Quality
Check locallyOcean & Surf Conditions
2-3 ft surf is forecast regionally. Rip-current risk is moderate; conditions vary by beach and near structures.
Today's Beach Weather
Broken clouds near 69°F during the last available forecast period.
Wind & Comfort
NE winds around 1-5 mph are expected near Rehoboth Beach. Speeds should remain fairly steady through the available forecast window.
Tides
Low Tide
High Tide
Low Tide
High Tide
Best beach walk: Today's low-tide window has passed
Fishing note: Moving water around high and low tide changes can improve fishing activity.
Predicted heights are in feet relative to Mean Lower Low Water at NOAA station 8558690. Timing varies elsewhere along the coast and in the bays.
Sun, Moon & Light
UV, Heat & Sun Protection
Use broad-spectrum SPF 30+, reapply regularly, wear sunglasses and a hat, and take shade breaks.
Bay Conditions
Lowest combined rain and wind impact in the available forecast. Check the latest NWS marine forecast before leaving protected water.
Rehoboth Bay
GoodWind: NE 1-5 mph; more exposed to west and southwest winds
Kayak/SUP: Good
Boating: Good
More manageable for small craft; keep checking wind.
Indian River Bay
GoodWind: NE 6-10 mph; open reaches and inlet approaches can be rougher
Kayak/SUP: Good
Boating: Good
More manageable for small craft; keep checking wind.
Little Assawoman Bay
GoodWind: NE 6-10 mph; protected pockets may be calmer than open water
Kayak/SUP: Good
Boating: Good
More manageable for small craft; keep checking wind.
Assawoman Bay
GoodWind: NE 8-12 mph; longer fetches build chop in stronger wind
Kayak/SUP: Good
Boating: Good
More manageable for small craft; keep checking wind.
Delaware Bay
GoodWind: Use the current lower-bay marine forecast
Kayak/SUP: Good
Boating: Good
More manageable for small craft; keep checking wind.
Fishing Outlook
A planning-level read on likely windows and tactics across surf, inlet, bay, and ocean water.
Delaware Surf & Inlets
GoodSpecies in the latest agency report: Bluefish, Summer Flounder, Northern Kingfish, Black Sea Bass
Best tide/window: Around the next high tide
Bait/tactic: Match bait and tackle to the current DNREC report, tide stage, and local water conditions.
Old Inlet Bait and Tackle said blues continue to come through the Inlet during the early morning and will hit metal lures or bucktails.
Agency report: Delaware Fishing Report, updated July 23, 2026
Maryland Surf, Inlet & Bays
GoodBest tide/window: Around the next high tide
Bait/tactic: Use the latest Maryland DNR report and current regulations when choosing bait and location.
Open the latest Maryland DNR report for current Atlantic and coastal-bay fishing observations.
Agency report: Maryland Fishing Report – July 22, updated July 23, 2026
Fishing ratings describe weather and tide favorability, not confirmed catches. Check current regulations and recent agency or tackle-shop reports.
Boating & Marine
Marine conditions are comparatively favorable, but check the latest NWS forecast and required safety equipment before departure.
Nearshore Seas
GoodOffshore Seas
UnavailableWave Period
Marine Wind
GoodSmall Craft Advisory
Not activeLower Delaware Bay
UnavailableThunderstorm Risk
LowBest Boating Window
GoodTown-by-Town Conditions
Regional conditions interpreted for each major Delaware and Maryland beach stop.
Lewes
GoodClear sky with E winds near 9-13 mph. Conditions are favorable for the listed activities.
- Best use
- Bay beach, family swimming, and walking
- Surf
- Current bay chop unavailable
- Wind
- E 9-13 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Check locally rip current risk; follow posted flags
Cape Henlopen
FairClear sky with E winds near 9-13 mph. Check conditions again before committing to water activities.
- Best use
- State park ocean beach, walking, and fishing access
- Surf
- 2-3 ft
- Wind
- E 9-13 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Moderate rip current risk; follow posted flags
Rehoboth Beach
FairClear sky with NE winds near 1-5 mph. Check conditions again before committing to water activities.
- Best use
- Boardwalk, guarded swimming, and family beach time
- Surf
- 2-3 ft
- Wind
- NE 1-5 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Moderate rip current risk; follow posted flags
Dewey Beach
FairClear sky with NE winds near 1-5 mph. Check conditions again before committing to water activities.
- Best use
- Ocean beach, watersports, and bay access
- Surf
- 2-3 ft
- Wind
- NE 1-5 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Moderate rip current risk; follow posted flags
Indian River Inlet
GoodClear sky with NE winds near 6-10 mph. Conditions are favorable for the listed activities.
- Best use
- Inlet fishing, surf checks, and sightseeing
- Surf
- Strong inlet currents; check locally
- Wind
- NE 6-10 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Stay out of inlet currents and off wet rocks
Bethany Beach
FairClear sky with NE winds near 6-10 mph. Check conditions again before committing to water activities.
- Best use
- Guarded swimming, family beach time, and walking
- Surf
- 2-3 ft
- Wind
- NE 6-10 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Moderate rip current risk; follow posted flags
South Bethany
FairClear sky with NE winds near 6-10 mph. Check conditions again before committing to water activities.
- Best use
- Quieter beach time, swimming, and walking
- Surf
- 2-3 ft
- Wind
- NE 6-10 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Moderate rip current risk; follow posted flags
Fenwick Island
FairClear sky with NE winds near 6-10 mph. Check conditions again before committing to water activities.
- Best use
- Family beach time, surf checks, and paddling
- Surf
- 2-3 ft
- Wind
- NE 6-10 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Moderate rip current risk; follow posted flags
Ocean City, MD
GoodScattered clouds with NE winds near 8-12 mph. Conditions are favorable for the listed activities.
- Best use
- Guarded swimming, boardwalk, and beach activities
- Surf
- Unavailable
- Wind
- NE 8-12 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Unavailable rip current risk; follow posted flags
Assateague Island
GoodScattered clouds with NE winds near 8-12 mph. Conditions are favorable for the listed activities.
- Best use
- Nature beach, photography, and surf fishing
- Surf
- Unavailable
- Wind
- NE 8-12 mph
- Crowds
- Heavier late morning through afternoon
- Safety
- Unavailable rip current risk; follow posted flags
Crowds, Parking & Local Notes
Share Today's Beach Report
Yes with caution; choose a guarded beach and use the best weather window. Today’s Delmarva Beach Report: fair overall, moderate rip-current risk, 2-3 ft surf, and NE 1-5 mph winds. Check the full report before you go.
Send today's conditions to your beach group before everyone heads out.
Sources & Updates
Updated regularly using available weather, tide, marine, beach safety, and local reporting sources.
Beach, ocean, bay, and weather conditions can change quickly. This report is for planning purposes only. Always follow official warnings, posted beach flags, local authorities, and lifeguard instructions.