79°
Mostly Sunny
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Worcester County, MD · Atlantic Ocean
Assateague Island National Seashore
7206 National Seashore Ln, Berlin, MD 21811
The federally managed Maryland side of Assateague. Wilder and quieter than the state park, with OSV (over-sand vehicle) access, wilderness camping, and the same iconic wild ponies. Day-use fee gets you into some of the emptiest Atlantic beach you can drive to.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
79°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. South wind 6 to 13 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 14 mph.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
81 /100
great
84 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
76 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 13 mph
S
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:08 PM
2.5 ft · in 3.5h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
8s · SE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:38 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:07 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:07 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:08 PM | High | 2.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
50
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
64%
31
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
17%
82
80°
Sunny
1%
82
83°
Sunny
2%
82
87°
Mostly Sunny
11%
82
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 6 to 13 mph wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Minor
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
National Seashore lot at Toms Cove area.
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted on the National Seashore beach.
Entry Fee
$25/vehicle 7-day pass, or America the Beautiful pass
Address
7206 National Seashore Ln, Berlin, MD 21811
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Assateague Island National Seashore.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Assateague Island National Seashore from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Assateague Island National Seashore dog-friendly?
Dogs are not permitted on the National Seashore beach.
Is there an entry fee at Assateague Island National Seashore?
$25/vehicle 7-day pass, or America the Beautiful pass
Are there lifeguards at Assateague Island National Seashore?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Assateague Island National Seashore during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Assateague Island National Seashore?
Amenities at Assateague Island National Seashore include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, camping, OSV access, visitor center.
When is the water warmest at Assateague Island National Seashore?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Assateague Island National Seashore located?
Assateague Island National Seashore is in Worcester County, MD, at 7206 National Seashore Ln, Berlin, MD 21811.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS