Bethany Beach Conditions Today
Live water temperature, tides, waves, and UV for Bethany Beach, Delaware
Updated 4:00 AM EDT
Current conditions
Best time to go today
Morning
6 AM – 11 AM
78/100
- 60°F, wind 5 mph
- Low UV (2)
Midday
11 AM – 3 PM
78/100
- 71°F, wind 9 mph
- Clear skies
Afternoon
3 PM – 7 PM
78/100
- 71°F, wind 9 mph
- Moderate UV (4)
- Clear skies
Best for
Today's tide schedule
| Tide | Time EDT | Height |
|---|---|---|
| ⬇️ Low | 3:26 AM | 0.2 ft |
| ⬆️ High | 9:47 AM | 4.3 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 4:14 PM | 0.4 ft |
| ⬆️ High | 10:05 PM | 3.2 ft |
Predictions from NOAA station Ocean City (fishing Pier) · 23.8 km away.
About Bethany Beach
Bethany Beach sits on the Delaware coast, where the water runs from about 43°F in January to 78°F in July.
The water averages above 70°F in June, July, August and September — 4 months of the year — peaking around 78°F in July and dropping to about 43°F in January.
Today it is 67°F. That is right on the October average of 67°F for this beach.
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Ocean City (fishing Pier) about 23.8 km away on the open coast.
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good beach day at Bethany Beach?
We score today 78 out of 100 — good. The best window is morning (6 AM – 11 AM).
How warm is the water at Bethany Beach?
About 67°F. That is right on the October average of 67°F for this beach.
Where do the tide times on this page come from?
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Ocean City (fishing Pier) about 23.8 km away on the open coast.