86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
25%
39
Sussex County, DE · Atlantic Ocean
Fenwick Island State Park
36880 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944
The Delaware state park just north of the Maryland line. Quieter than the resort towns, with three miles of undeveloped beach. Good surfing by Mid-Atlantic standards.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 78°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. East wind 5 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 73. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- 25% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
32 /100
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18 Swim
59 Sunbathe
29 Walk
30 Fish
32 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 mph
E
Rain
25%
Today
Tomorrow
85°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:41 PM
5.4 ft · in 4.5h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · E swell
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · PHI · DEZ004 · Issued Jul 12, 8:36 AM
Tomorrow: Low
Water Quality
Clean
5 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 2w ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
86°
Sunny
0%
84
93°
Sunny
2%
75
86°
Sunny
3%
85
86°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
15%
48
86°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
46
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 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 lot.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited May 1 - Sep 30.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle DE, $20/vehicle out-of-state (fee season March 1–late Nov)
Address
36880 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Fenwick Island State Park today?
Fenwick Island 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 Fenwick Island State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited May 1 - Sep 30.
Is there an entry fee at Fenwick Island State Park?
$10/vehicle DE, $20/vehicle out-of-state (fee season March 1–late Nov)
Are there lifeguards at Fenwick Island State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Fenwick Island 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 Fenwick Island State Park?
Amenities at Fenwick Island State Park include lifeguards, bathhouse, showers, surf rentals.
When is the water warmest at Fenwick Island 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 Fenwick Island State Park located?
Fenwick Island State Park is in Sussex County, DE, at 36880 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS