76°
Sunny
0%
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Kent County, DE · Delaware Bay
Port Mahon
Port Mahon Rd, Dover, DE 19901
340 acres of beach, salt marsh, and tidal creek on Delaware Bay east of Dover — best known for the state-run Port Mahon Fishing Pier (reopened 2022 after emergency repairs). Not a swim beach. Requires a short hike over rocks to reach the pier, and a pier net is standard.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
76°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 76. Southeast wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 61. South wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 76°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
76°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
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
20 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:36 AM
Sunset
8:23 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
76°
Sunny
0%
75
83°
Sunny
0%
75
86°
Mostly Sunny
2%
75
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
24
69°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
57
71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
62
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
DNREC lot near the pier.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted.
Entry Fee
Free for fishing; Conservation Access Pass required otherwise
Address
Port Mahon Rd, Dover, DE 19901
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Port Mahon.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Port Mahon from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Port Mahon dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted.
Is there an entry fee at Port Mahon?
Entry to Port Mahon is free.
Are there lifeguards at Port Mahon?
No lifeguards are stationed at Port Mahon. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Port Mahon?
Amenities at Port Mahon include fishing pier, salt marsh, wildlife viewing.
When is the water warmest at Port Mahon?
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 Port Mahon located?
Port Mahon is in Kent County, DE, at Port Mahon Rd, Dover, DE 19901.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS