81°
Sunny
0%
60
Worcester County, MD · Atlantic Ocean
Assawoman State Wildlife Area
Libertytown Rd, Berlin, MD 21811
Coastal bay wildlife area on the back bay behind Ocean City. Not a swim beach but a superb kayak put-in with marsh paddling and bird-watching. Some of the best saltwater fishing in Maryland is right here.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 79°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. South wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 72. Southwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Weather
- 81°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
60 /100
good
53 Swim
75 Sunbathe
84 Walk
39 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
81°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
85°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
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ650)
The AKQ office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- MDZ025 Maryland Beaches — Ocean City Beaches and Assateague n/a
- VAZ099 Accomack-Northampton — Chincoteague, Wallops Island, n/a
- VAZ098 Virginia Beach — Virginia Beach and Sandbridge n/a
- NCZ102 Outer Banks Currituck — Currituck County Beaches n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:36 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
85°
Sunny
3%
77
77°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
73
78°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
25%
73
82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
65%
19
81°
Mostly Sunny
8%
82
81°
Mostly Sunny
2%
82
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
WMA lots.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Libertytown Rd, Berlin, MD 21811
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Assawoman State Wildlife Area today?
Assawoman State Wildlife Area shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Assawoman State Wildlife Area dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Assawoman State Wildlife Area?
Entry to Assawoman State Wildlife Area is free.
Are there lifeguards at Assawoman State Wildlife Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Assawoman State Wildlife Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Assawoman State Wildlife Area?
Amenities at Assawoman State Wildlife Area include boat launch, kayak launches, wildlife observation.
When is the water warmest at Assawoman State Wildlife Area?
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 Assawoman State Wildlife Area located?
Assawoman State Wildlife Area is in Worcester County, MD, at Libertytown Rd, Berlin, MD 21811.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS