- humidity: 82%
- wind: 17-32mph
- cloud cover: 100%
Next 7 days
Today
69°F
/
66°F
moderate rain
sunrise: 6:43 am
sunset: 7:07 pm
humidity: 85%
wind: 29-40mph
dew point: 64°F
pressure: 1019hPa
chance of precipitation: 100%
rain volume: 0.9"
cloud cover: 100%
Wednesday
75°F
/
70°F
moderate rain
sunrise: 6:43 am
sunset: 7:05 pm
humidity: 77%
wind: 23-31mph
dew point: 67°F
pressure: 1016hPa
chance of precipitation: 100%
rain volume: 0.33"
cloud cover: 100%
Thursday
75°F
/
67°F
light rain
sunrise: 6:44 am
sunset: 7:04 pm
humidity: 85%
wind: 14-19mph
dew point: 67°F
pressure: 1016hPa
chance of precipitation: 98%
rain volume: 0.13"
cloud cover: 60%
Friday
78°F
/
67°F
clear sky
sunrise: 6:45 am
sunset: 7:02 pm
humidity: 56%
wind: 12-23mph
dew point: 61°F
pressure: 1017hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 6%
Saturday
70°F
/
66°F
clear sky
sunrise: 6:46 am
sunset: 7:00 pm
humidity: 71%
wind: 19-21mph
dew point: 60°F
pressure: 1025hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 9%
Sunday
68°F
/
64°F
clear sky
sunrise: 6:47 am
sunset: 6:59 pm
humidity: 63%
wind: 13-16mph
dew point: 55°F
pressure: 1027hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 0%
Monday
70°F
/
66°F
overcast clouds
sunrise: 6:48 am
sunset: 6:57 pm
humidity: 74%
wind: 11-13mph
dew point: 61°F
pressure: 1021hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 97%
Tuesday
74°F
/
67°F
overcast clouds
sunrise: 6:49 am
sunset: 6:56 pm
humidity: 83%
wind: 10-12mph
dew point: 66°F
pressure: 1016hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 100%
Weather Alerts
Beach Hazards Statement
NWS Wakefield VA
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 8:00:00 AM EDT - Tue, Sep 16, 2025 8:00:00 PM EDT
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to
10 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a
high risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The Maryland Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT tonight.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this morning
through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2
PM this afternoon to 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above
ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low
lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Coastal event
Coastal Flood Advisory
NWS Wakefield VA
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 2:00:00 PM EDT - Tue, Sep 16, 2025 10:00:00 PM EDT
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to
10 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a
high risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The Maryland Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT tonight.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this morning
through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2
PM this afternoon to 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above
ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low
lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Coastal event
Flood
High Surf Advisory
NWS Wakefield VA
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 2:05:00 AM EDT - Wed, Sep 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM EDT
* WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 7 to
10 feet in the surf zone. For the Beach Hazards Statement, a
high risk of rip currents. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to
one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-
lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
* WHERE...The Maryland Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until midnight EDT tonight.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT this morning
through this evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2
PM this afternoon to 10 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable
locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low
threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above
ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low
lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the
waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Dangerous swimming
and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Marine event
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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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