- humidity: 61%
- wind: 11-22mph
- cloud cover: 100%
Next 7 days
Today
63°F
/
48°F
few clouds
sunrise: 7:14 am
sunset: 6:14 pm
humidity: 62%
wind: 15-30mph
dew point: 43°F
pressure: 1021hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 22%
Thursday
67°F
/
45°F
clear sky
sunrise: 7:15 am
sunset: 6:13 pm
humidity: 45%
wind: 10-23mph
dew point: 39°F
pressure: 1018hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 0%
Friday
61°F
/
49°F
broken clouds
sunrise: 7:16 am
sunset: 6:12 pm
humidity: 59%
wind: 12-26mph
dew point: 46°F
pressure: 1027hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 67%
Saturday
62°F
/
49°F
overcast clouds
sunrise: 7:18 am
sunset: 6:10 pm
humidity: 49%
wind: 11-23mph
dew point: 41°F
pressure: 1034hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 85%
Sunday
63°F
/
48°F
clear sky
sunrise: 7:19 am
sunset: 6:09 pm
humidity: 54%
wind: 9-20mph
dew point: 45°F
pressure: 1035hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 0%
Monday
66°F
/
44°F
clear sky
sunrise: 7:20 am
sunset: 6:08 pm
humidity: 62%
wind: 6-15mph
dew point: 49°F
pressure: 1030hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 0%
Tuesday
61°F
/
43°F
scattered clouds
sunrise: 7:21 am
sunset: 6:07 pm
humidity: 74%
wind: 11-11mph
dew point: 48°F
pressure: 1026hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 42%
Wednesday
64°F
/
60°F
overcast clouds
sunrise: 7:22 am
sunset: 6:05 pm
humidity: 80%
wind: 8-13mph
dew point: 58°F
pressure: 1025hPa
chance of precipitation: 0%
cloud cover: 100%
Weather Alerts
Coastal Flood Watch
NWS Wakefield VA
Wed, Oct 21, 2026 1:00:00 AM EDT - Wed, Oct 21, 2026 10:00:00 PM EDT
The Coastal Flood Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Wakefield VA on this developing situation.
Coastal event
Flood
Coastal Flood Advisory
NWS Wakefield VA
Wed, Oct 21, 2026 2:07:00 PM EDT - Thu, Oct 22, 2026 8:00:00 PM EDT
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches/Ocean City area.
In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT
Thursday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Thursday.
* 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
Wed, Oct 21, 2026 2:07:00 PM EDT - Thu, Oct 22, 2026 7:00:00 AM EDT
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, one to two feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near
shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory,
large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...In Maryland, Maryland Beaches/Ocean City area.
In Virginia, Accomack and Northampton Counties.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 8 PM EDT
Thursday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 AM EDT Thursday.
* 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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