- humidity: 93%
- wind: 19-28mph
- cloud cover: 100%
Next 7 days
Today
73°F
/
71°F
light rain
sunrise: 6:43 am
sunset: 7:05 pm
humidity: 81%
wind: 20-30mph
dew point: 67°F
pressure: 1020hPa
chance of precipitation: 100%
rain volume: 0.02"
cloud cover: 100%
Wednesday
71°F
/
67°F
heavy intensity rain
sunrise: 6:44 am
sunset: 7:03 pm
humidity: 94%
wind: 25-32mph
dew point: 68°F
pressure: 1015hPa
chance of precipitation: 100%
rain volume: 0.78"
cloud cover: 100%
Thursday
72°F
/
65°F
overcast clouds
sunrise: 6:45 am
sunset: 7:02 pm
humidity: 71%
wind: 20-26mph
dew point: 61°F
pressure: 1012hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 98%
Friday
69°F
/
65°F
overcast clouds
sunrise: 6:46 am
sunset: 7:00 pm
humidity: 66%
wind: 20-24mph
dew point: 56°F
pressure: 1012hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 100%
Saturday
66°F
/
63°F
light rain
sunrise: 6:47 am
sunset: 6:58 pm
humidity: 83%
wind: 23-31mph
dew point: 61°F
pressure: 1014hPa
chance of precipitation: 100%
rain volume: 0.19"
cloud cover: 100%
Sunday
67°F
/
63°F
light rain
sunrise: 6:48 am
sunset: 6:57 pm
humidity: 75%
wind: 25-28mph
dew point: 58°F
pressure: 1018hPa
chance of precipitation: 42%
rain volume: 0.02"
cloud cover: 46%
Monday
67°F
/
65°F
light rain
sunrise: 6:49 am
sunset: 6:55 pm
humidity: 61%
wind: 22-24mph
dew point: 53°F
pressure: 1021hPa
chance of precipitation: 20%
rain volume: 0.02"
cloud cover: 100%
Tuesday
70°F
/
66°F
light rain
sunrise: 6:50 am
sunset: 6:54 pm
humidity: 72%
wind: 13-15mph
dew point: 60°F
pressure: 1020hPa
chance of precipitation: 20%
rain volume: <0.01"
cloud cover: 47%
Weather Alerts
Coastal Flood Advisory
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Tue, Sep 17, 2024 7:00:00 PM EDT - Wed, Sep 18, 2024 1:00:00 AM EDT
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Delaware Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 AM EDT
Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most
vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along
inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are
possible. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional Coastal Flood Advisories are
possible beyond tonight's high tide cycle.
Coastal event
Flood
Rip Current Statement
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Tue, Sep 17, 2024 4:35:00 PM EDT - Wed, Sep 18, 2024 8:00:00 PM EDT
* WHAT...For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of
inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...Delaware Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Rip Current Risk, through Wednesday
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 AM EDT
Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most
vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along
inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are
possible. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additional Coastal Flood Advisories are
possible beyond tonight's high tide cycle.
Other dangers
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Photo: This photo by George Leukel III shows a surprise 1992 nor'easter that caused millions of dollars in damages in Ocean City, Maryland.
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Delaware and Maryland beaches are blessed with mild weather throughout the year. Our average temperatures are 63 in spring, 84 in summer, 62 in fall and 41 in winter. For more specific weather information, here are some useful links.
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More Weather Information
Important Information for Beach Home Owners
Minimizing Damage from Floods, Storms
Hurricane Planning and Recovery
- A Hurricane Primer
A quick look at things you should know about hurricanes, such as how to prepare and what to do after you've returned home if you have been evacuated.
- Sussex County Online Storm Center
Storm information for Sussex County Delaware communities
- AccuWeather Hurricane Information
In Depth Information about Past, Present and Forecasted Hurricanes, with weather maps, tracking maps and history of storms. Very easy to use.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency
Outstanding site by FEMA that provides tons of information on preparing for and recovering from natural disasters.
- American Red Cross
Home page of relief organization with advice on helping out in times of disasters such as hurricanes.
More Weather-Related Links
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