83°
Sunny
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Worcester County, MD · Atlantic Ocean
Assateague State Park
7307 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811
Two miles of undeveloped Atlantic beach on the Maryland side of Assateague Island. Wild ponies roam freely. Camping is beachfront. Dramatically different from Ocean City 20 minutes north — no boardwalk, no hotels, just wild.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 79°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 83. South wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Southwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:40pm edt until september 10 at 1:00pm edt by nws wakefield va
66 /100
good
53 Swim
75 Sunbathe
84 Walk
38 Fish
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:40PM EDT until September 10 at 1:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...South to southwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 4 to 5 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Fenwick Island DE to Chincoteague VA out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Chincoteague to Parramore Island VA out 20 NM and Coastal waters from Parramore Island to Cape Charles Light VA out 20 NM. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Clear
Wind
16 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:45 PM
2.9 ft · in 28m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
11s · E swell
Barometer
29.87 inHg
1012 hPa · buoy 44009
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:37 AM
Sunset
7:19 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:53 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:57 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 12:52 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:45 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:39 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:50 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 1:46 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:29 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:22 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:40 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 2:36 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:09 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:02 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:25 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 3:24 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:47 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:40 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:08 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 4:12 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:23 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:19 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:49 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 5:01 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:00 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:58 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:31 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 5:53 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:38 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8570283, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Sunny
2%
78
80°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
75
80°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
26%
76
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
65%
22
82°
Mostly Sunny
8%
85
81°
Mostly Sunny
2%
86
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°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.
Major
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot, fills by 10 AM summer weekends. Arrive at dawn.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash (6-ft max) on state park beach. Not permitted on National Seashore beach.
Entry Fee
$5/person (Memorial Day–Labor Day); $5/vehicle off-season
Address
7307 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Assateague State Park today?
Assateague State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Assateague State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash (6-ft max) on state park beach. Not permitted on National Seashore beach.
Is there an entry fee at Assateague State Park?
$5/person (Memorial Day–Labor Day); $5/vehicle off-season
Are there lifeguards at Assateague State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Assateague State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Assateague State Park?
Amenities at Assateague State Park include lifeguards, bathhouse, camping, kayak rentals, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Assateague State Park?
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 Assateague State Park located?
Assateague State Park is in Worcester County, MD, at 7307 Stephen Decatur Hwy, Berlin, MD 21811.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS