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Somerset County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Deal Island Wildlife Management Area
Deal Island Rd, Deal Island, MD 21821
A 13,000-acre WMA on the lower Eastern Shore with extensive salt marsh, some sandy beach access, and world-class waterfowl viewing. Skipjack races still happen nearby every Labor Day weekend.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
High nettle risk · 76°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 8 to 12 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South wind 13 to 17 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 3629% probability — reconsider swimming
74 /100
great
52 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Clear
Wind
8 to 12 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
87°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:53 PM
0.2 ft · in 5.2h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3629% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:41 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:42 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 8:27 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 1:33 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 7:53 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
46
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
65%
34
84°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
16%
85
81°
Sunny
2%
85
82°
Sunny
2%
85
86°
Sunny
9%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 8 to 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
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
8:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Several pull-offs.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Deal Island Rd, Deal Island, MD 21821
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Deal Island Wildlife Management Area from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Deal Island Wildlife Management Area dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
Entry to Deal Island Wildlife Management Area is free.
Are there lifeguards at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
Amenities at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area include boat launches, observation platforms.
When is the water warmest at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
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 Deal Island Wildlife Management Area located?
Deal Island Wildlife Management Area is in Somerset County, MD, at Deal Island Rd, Deal Island, MD 21821.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS