89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
72%
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Kent County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Betterton Beach
100 Ericsson Ave, Betterton, MD 21610
A rare Chesapeake beach with minimal jellyfish due to freshwater inflow from the Sassafras River. 300 feet of sandy swimming beach plus 700 feet of shoreline, and one of the few Bay beaches with FREE admission.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
72% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 89. Southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4am. Some of the storms could be severe. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. West wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 72% rain — wet day — beach day is off
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- Moderate nettle risk — 40% probability — expect some stings
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — tornado watch issued july 18 at 1:55pm edt until july 18 at 9:00pm edt by nws mount holly nj
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0 Swim
21 Sunbathe
0 Walk
0 Fish
21 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Tornado Watch issued July 18 at 1:55PM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Smoke and Haze
Wind
13 mph
SW
Rain
72%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
11:34 PM
1.7 ft · in 2.7h
Sea Nettles
Moderate nettle risk
40% probability · Baltimore Harbor buoy
Water Quality
Clean
42 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:51 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Sunny
4%
84
86°
Sunny
3%
85
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms
79%
14
84°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
67%
17
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
77
83°
Sunny
8%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 72% chance of rain
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
3:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Minor
10:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Major
3:50 PM - 5:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free lot.
Dogs
Dogs on leash permitted outside swimming area.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
100 Ericsson Ave, Betterton, MD 21610
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Betterton Beach today?
Betterton Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Betterton Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs on leash permitted outside swimming area.
Is there an entry fee at Betterton Beach?
Entry to Betterton Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Betterton Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Betterton Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Betterton Beach?
Amenities at Betterton Beach include lifeguards, bathhouse, fishing jetty, picnic pavilion, playground, basketball court.
When is the water warmest at Betterton Beach?
The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Betterton Beach located?
Betterton Beach is in Kent County, MD, at 100 Ericsson Ave, Betterton, MD 21610.
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