72°
Sunny
0%
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Sussex County, DE · Atlantic Ocean
Rehoboth Beach
Delaware's "Nation's Summer Capital." A 1-mile boardwalk, tax-free outlet shopping, a thriving restaurant scene, and classic Atlantic beach. Busier than the Maryland beaches but with more sophisticated food and nightlife.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
72°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 60. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 72°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
70 /100
great
54 Swim
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
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
72°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
75°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
20 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo 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
75°
Sunny
1%
75
86°
Sunny
0%
75
87°
Mostly Sunny
1%
75
85°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
24
69°
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
26%
52
70°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
57
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).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street and paid lots. Difficult in peak summer.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach May 1 - Sep 30. Leashed dogs permitted otherwise.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; parking meters required
Address
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Rehoboth Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Rehoboth Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Rehoboth Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach May 1 - Sep 30. Leashed dogs permitted otherwise.
Is there an entry fee at Rehoboth Beach?
Entry to Rehoboth Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Rehoboth Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Rehoboth Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Rehoboth Beach?
Amenities at Rehoboth Beach include lifeguards, boardwalk, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shopping, amusements.
When is the water warmest at Rehoboth Beach?
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 Rehoboth Beach located?
Rehoboth Beach is in Sussex County, DE, at Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS