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Mostly Sunny
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Sussex County, DE · Atlantic Ocean
Bethany Beach
Family-focused Delaware beach town. No alcohol on the beach, a small quiet boardwalk (about a half mile), and a reputation for being the calmest of the Delaware beach towns. "Quiet resort" zoning keeps the height limit low and the chain restaurants out.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
77°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
85 /100
ideal
86 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 mph
S
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:37 PM
4.4 ft · in 3.9h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
8s · SSE swell
Rip Current Risk
Low
NWS SRF · PHI · DEZ004 · Issued Jun 25, 7:34 AM
Water Quality
Clean
5 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 2w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:07 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 11:56 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:37 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Mostly Sunny
3%
82
79°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
14
79°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
19%
84
77°
Sunny
1%
84
81°
Mostly Sunny
2%
82
86°
Mostly Sunny
12%
82
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered and paid lots.
Dogs
Leashed dogs October 1 - May 14 only. Banned entirely during summer.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; paid parking
Address
Bethany Beach, DE 19930
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Bethany Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Bethany Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Bethany Beach dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs October 1 - May 14 only. Banned entirely during summer.
Is there an entry fee at Bethany Beach?
Entry to Bethany Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Bethany Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Bethany Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Bethany Beach?
Amenities at Bethany Beach include lifeguards, boardwalk, restrooms, restaurants, showers.
When is the water warmest at Bethany Beach?
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 Bethany Beach located?
Bethany Beach is in Sussex County, DE, at Bethany Beach, DE 19930.
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