74°
Sunny
0%
77
Sussex County, DE · Delaware Bay
Lewes Beach
Delaware Bay (not ocean) beach in the historic town of Lewes. Calmer than Atlantic beaches, shallower water, friendly to families with small kids. The charming colonial town is walkable from the beach.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 74. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 59. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
76 /100
great
62 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
73 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
74°F
Clear
Wind
5 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 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:41 PM
4.6 ft · in 2.3h
Water Quality
Clean
31 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:36 AM
Sunset
8:20 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
80°
Sunny
1%
75
90°
Sunny
0%
67
92°
Sunny
1%
67
90°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
18
71°
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
26%
52
73°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
65
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- 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
Metered street parking.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach May 1 - Sep 30.
Entry Fee
Free beach; paid parking
Address
Lewes, DE 19958
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Lewes Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Lewes Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Lewes Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach May 1 - Sep 30.
Is there an entry fee at Lewes Beach?
Entry to Lewes Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Lewes Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Lewes Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Lewes Beach?
Amenities at Lewes Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, walkable to town, fishing pier nearby.
When is the water warmest at Lewes 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 Lewes Beach located?
Lewes Beach is in Sussex County, DE, at Lewes, DE 19958.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS