77°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
27%
40
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
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 78°F water · 77°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 9am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. East wind 9 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 12 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- 27% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
39 /100
ok
34 Swim
59 Sunbathe
28 Walk
41 Fish
32 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Clear
Wind
9 to 14 mph
E
Rain
27%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:10 PM
2.9 ft · in 4.0h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
11s · ESE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
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
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Mostly Sunny
0%
86
81°
Sunny
0%
86
88°
Sunny
1%
81
87°
Sunny
3%
84
86°
Mostly Sunny
13%
82
86°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
46
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 9 to 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°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
9:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Minor
3:00 AM - 4:00 AM
Major
10:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 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