84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
35
Somerset County, MD · Chesapeake Bay
Deal Island Wildlife Management Area
Deal Island Rd, Deal Island, MD 21821
A 13,000-acre WMA on the lower Eastern Shore with extensive salt marsh, some sandy beach access, and world-class waterfowl viewing. Skipjack races still happen nearby every Labor Day weekend.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · High nettle risk · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. East wind 12 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 33% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- High nettle risk — 61% probability — reconsider swimming
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — coastal flood statement issued july 12 at 4:03am edt until july 13 at 1:00am edt by nws wakefield va
19 /100
skip
0 Swim
54 Sunbathe
23 Walk
10 Fish
30 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Statement
Coastal Flood Statement issued July 12 at 4:03AM EDT until July 13 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Maryland, Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties. In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties. * WHEN...From this evening through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is possible in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
12 to 15 mph
E
Rain
33%
Today
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:52 PM
0.1 ft · in 5.7h
Sea Nettles
High nettle risk
61% probability · Potomac buoy
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 11mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:50 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Partly Sunny
2%
83
85°
Sunny
2%
85
89°
Sunny
2%
79
90°
Sunny
3%
80
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
46
89°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
43
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 33% rain chance
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
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Several pull-offs.
Dogs
Dogs permitted on leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Deal Island Rd, Deal Island, MD 21821
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area today?
Deal Island Wildlife Management 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 Deal Island Wildlife Management Area dog-friendly?
Dogs permitted on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
Entry to Deal Island Wildlife Management Area is free.
Are there lifeguards at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
Amenities at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area include boat launches, observation platforms.
When is the water warmest at Deal Island Wildlife Management Area?
The Chesapeake warms quickly — water temperatures peak in late July and August, typically 78-82°F. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.
Where is Deal Island Wildlife Management Area located?
Deal Island Wildlife Management Area is in Somerset County, MD, at Deal Island Rd, Deal Island, MD 21821.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS