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Sussex County, DE · Atlantic Ocean
Delaware Seashore State Park
39415 Inlet Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Six miles of Atlantic coastline and Rehoboth Bay frontage between Dewey Beach and Bethany. Family-oriented with two lifeguarded swim areas (north and south of Indian River Inlet), surf fishing, and the iconic Indian River Inlet Bridge overhead.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
78°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind around 15 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. East wind 10 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
83 /100
great
84 Swim
79 Sunbathe
85 Walk
72 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
E
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:41 PM
5.4 ft · in 2.6h
Wave Height
3.0 ft
6s · S swell
Water Quality
Clean
5 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 3w ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ455)
The PHI 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.
- NJZ014 Eastern Monmouth — Sandy Hook Moderate
- NJZ026 Coastal Ocean — Long Beach Island Moderate
- NJZ025 Coastal Atlantic — Atlantic City Moderate
- NJZ024 Atlantic Coastal Cape May — Ocean City Moderate
- DEZ004 Delaware Beaches — Rehoboth Beach Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:45 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
0%
82
85°
Sunny
0%
85
93°
Sunny
1%
71
87°
Sunny
3%
83
86°
Mostly Sunny
10%
82
87°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
46
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 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
Park lots at north and south beaches.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on guarded beach May 1 - Sep 30. Permitted on unguarded stretches year-round on leash.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle DE, $20/vehicle out-of-state (fee season March 1–late Nov)
Address
39415 Inlet Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Delaware Seashore State Park today?
Delaware Seashore 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 Delaware Seashore State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on guarded beach May 1 - Sep 30. Permitted on unguarded stretches year-round on leash.
Is there an entry fee at Delaware Seashore State Park?
$10/vehicle DE, $20/vehicle out-of-state (fee season March 1–late Nov)
Are there lifeguards at Delaware Seashore State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Delaware Seashore 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 Delaware Seashore State Park?
Amenities at Delaware Seashore State Park include lifeguards, bathhouse, showers, marina, surf rentals, fishing piers.
When is the water warmest at Delaware Seashore 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 Delaware Seashore State Park located?
Delaware Seashore State Park is in Sussex County, DE, at 39415 Inlet Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS