70°
Sunny
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Sussex County, DE · Atlantic Ocean
South Bethany Beach
402 Evergreen Rd, South Bethany, DE 19930
The quiet residential Atlantic beach south of Bethany — less commercial than Bethany proper, no boardwalk, and strictly "carry-in, carry-out" with no trash bins on the sand. Beach rules are strictly enforced by the Town of South Bethany.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 70. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 58. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- 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
60 /100
good
45 Swim
71 Sunbathe
81 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°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
74°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:39 PM
3.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5:14 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:13 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 4:39 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:39 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Sunny
1%
75
83°
Sunny
0%
75
84°
Mostly Sunny
1%
75
85°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
24
68°
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
26%
52
69°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
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
Paid permit parking required daily May 15–Sep 15 (10 AM–5 PM, midnight–6 AM). $20/day permits at the Town Hall kiosk.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on beach May 15 – Oct 15. Leashed off-season with cleanup required.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; $20/day parking permit in-season
Address
402 Evergreen Rd, South Bethany, DE 19930
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at South Bethany Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for South Bethany Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is South Bethany Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on beach May 15 – Oct 15. Leashed off-season with cleanup required.
Is there an entry fee at South Bethany Beach?
Entry to South Bethany Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at South Bethany Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol South Bethany Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at South Bethany Beach?
Amenities at South Bethany Beach include lifeguards, beach, kiosk parking permits.
When is the water warmest at South Bethany 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 South Bethany Beach located?
South Bethany Beach is in Sussex County, DE, at 402 Evergreen Rd, South Bethany, DE 19930.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS