78°
Sunny
0%
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Kent County, DE · Delaware Bay
South Bowers Beach
South Bowers Rd, Milford, DE 19963
Across the Murderkill River from Bowers — quieter, residential, with a longer stretch of walkable sand and excellent surf fishing. Reached via a separate road (no bridge at the river mouth).
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 58. 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
77 /100
great
63 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
76 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
78°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
SE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Water Quality
Clean
31 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6:34 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 12:07 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 6:15 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
0%
75
86°
Sunny
0%
77
89°
Sunny
2%
67
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
24
68°
Chance Rain Showers
25%
57
71°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
62
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- 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
Limited public parking at the beach access.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
South Bowers Rd, Milford, DE 19963
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at South Bowers Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for South Bowers Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is South Bowers Beach dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted.
Is there an entry fee at South Bowers Beach?
Entry to South Bowers Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at South Bowers Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at South Bowers Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at South Bowers Beach?
Amenities at South Bowers Beach include beach access.
When is the water warmest at South Bowers 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 South Bowers Beach located?
South Bowers Beach is in Kent County, DE, at South Bowers Rd, Milford, DE 19963.
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