78°
Sunny
0%
75
Kent County, DE · Delaware Bay
Kitts Hummock Beach
3100 Kitts Hummock Rd, Dover, DE 19901
A small Delaware Bay community beach three miles from Dover Air Force Base, similar in character to Pickering. Beachcombing, surf fishing, and horseshoe crab viewing are the draws — shore gets muddy at low tide so it's not a swim beach. Includes a foot-wash and dog-wash station at the public entrance.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 78. Southeast wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 59. South wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 78°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
75 /100
great
60 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
SE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
20 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:22 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:42 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 12:23 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 6:28 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Sunny
0%
75
88°
Sunny
0%
77
91°
Sunny
2%
67
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
24
69°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
57
72°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
71
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- 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
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Small public lot at the beach entrance.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted. Dog wash on-site.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3100 Kitts Hummock Rd, Dover, DE 19901
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Kitts Hummock Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Kitts Hummock Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Kitts Hummock Beach dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted. Dog wash on-site.
Is there an entry fee at Kitts Hummock Beach?
Entry to Kitts Hummock Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Kitts Hummock Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Kitts Hummock Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Kitts Hummock Beach?
Amenities at Kitts Hummock Beach include foot wash, dog wash, wildlife viewing, seasonal facilities.
When is the water warmest at Kitts Hummock 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 Kitts Hummock Beach located?
Kitts Hummock Beach is in Kent County, DE, at 3100 Kitts Hummock Rd, Dover, DE 19901.
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