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Sussex County, DE · Atlantic Ocean
Fenwick Island State Park
36880 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944
The Delaware state park just north of the Maryland line. Quieter than the resort towns, with three miles of undeveloped beach. Good surfing by Mid-Atlantic standards.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 76. East wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 76°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
Safety
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
72 /100
great
57 Swim
86 Sunbathe
88 Walk
64 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 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
76°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
E
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
78°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:41 PM
4.6 ft · in 2.3h
Wave Height
2.6 ft
11s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · PHI · DEZ004 · Issued Jun 3, 7:16 AM
Tomorrow: Low
Water Quality
Clean
10 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:19 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:23 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:28 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 5:04 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:41 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
78°
Sunny
1%
75
89°
Sunny
0%
67
90°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
24
69°
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
26%
52
71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
57
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 61°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.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:20 AM - 4:20 AM
Minor
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Major
2:40 PM - 4:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Park lot.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited May 1 - Sep 30.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle DE, $20/vehicle out-of-state (fee season March 1–late Nov)
Address
36880 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Fenwick Island State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Fenwick Island State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Fenwick Island State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited May 1 - Sep 30.
Is there an entry fee at Fenwick Island State Park?
$10/vehicle DE, $20/vehicle out-of-state (fee season March 1–late Nov)
Are there lifeguards at Fenwick Island State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Fenwick Island State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Fenwick Island State Park?
Amenities at Fenwick Island State Park include lifeguards, bathhouse, showers, surf rentals.
When is the water warmest at Fenwick Island State Park?
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 Fenwick Island State Park located?
Fenwick Island State Park is in Sussex County, DE, at 36880 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS