Delaware
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Dewey Beach for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Dewey Beach, Delaware. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly poor with barely a breath of wind. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 15mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with 10mph SSW winds.
Thu, Jul 2: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 10mph SW winds.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1ft and mostly very poor with moderate WSW wind around 9mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–1ft, 9s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with gentle WSW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
Dewey Beach is a classic mid-Atlantic beach break offering accessible, forgiving waves ideal for learning and progression. Located along Delaware's resort-oriented coastline, this sandy bottom break receives consistent swell during autumn and winter months when Atlantic storms generate quality waves. The beach's proximity to the Delaware Bay inlet and residential areas makes it a popular but manageable spot for surfers of all levels seeking reliable conditions.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Dewey Beach is 1ft with a 6.1s swell period. Wind is SE at 5mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Dewey Beach is 1ft, produced by a 1.6ft ESE primary swell at 6s, a 0.9ft ESE secondary swell at 9s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Dewey Beach is Wednesday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 1ft waves, a 7.2s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Dewey Beach works best with a E swell and W winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Dewey Beach. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Dewey Beach is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Dewey Beach is a classic mid-Atlantic beach break offering accessible, forgiving waves ideal for learning and progression. Located along Delaware's resort-oriented coastline, this sandy bottom break receives consistent swell during autumn and winter months when Atlantic storms generate quality waves. The beach's proximity to the Delaware Bay inlet and residential areas makes it a popular but manageable spot for surfers of all levels seeking reliable conditions.
The prime season at Dewey Beach is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Dewey Beach include inlet currents, seasonal rip currents, crowded on weekends. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Dewey Beach forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
