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Sussex County, DE · Delaware Bay
Broadkill Beach
A tiny Delaware Bay beach community east of Milton with miles of quiet sand and horseshoe crab spawning in spring. No boardwalk, no hotels, no commercialization — just the Broadkill Store, a few houses, and Delaware Bay. Access is first-come roadside parking.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
83°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 10 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
79 /100
great
80 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 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
89°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
6:59 PM
5.0 ft · in 4.3h
Water Quality
Clean
10 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 2w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:36 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:29 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 12:46 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:59 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Partly Sunny
4%
74
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
15
83°
Mostly Sunny
14%
84
85°
Sunny
2%
82
91°
Mostly Sunny
3%
74
96°
Mostly Sunny
12%
66
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light 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
8:10 PM - 10:10 PM
Minor
1:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Major
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
First-come roadside parking on marsh side of Bayshore Dr. Arrive early.
Dogs
Dogs allowed Oct 1 – Apr 30 on leash (6-ft max). Prohibited in-season.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Bayshore Dr, Milton, DE 19968
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Broadkill Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Broadkill Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Broadkill Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed Oct 1 – Apr 30 on leash (6-ft max). Prohibited in-season.
Is there an entry fee at Broadkill Beach?
Entry to Broadkill Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Broadkill Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Broadkill Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Broadkill Beach?
Amenities at Broadkill Beach include porta-potties at the library, store, boat access.
When is the water warmest at Broadkill Beach?
Delaware Bay peaks in July and August at roughly 76-80°F — warmer and calmer than the open Atlantic. Comfortable swimming mid-June through September.
Where is Broadkill Beach located?
Broadkill Beach is in Sussex County, DE, at Bayshore Dr, Milton, DE 19968.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS