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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 air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 76. Northwest wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 65. South wind 3 to 7 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- High nettle risk — 3554% probability — reconsider swimming
73 /100
great
44 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
76°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
NW
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
78°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
3554% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:41 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:20 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:38 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 1:42 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:58 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
78°
Sunny
1%
82
81°
Sunny
0%
82
83°
Mostly Sunny
1%
82
83°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
31
73°
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
26%
77
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
78
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.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
7:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Major
2:50 PM - 4:50 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