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Rehoboth Beach
Beach · Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temp 60°F (16°C)
Live data from NOAA buoy LWSD1 (5.6 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy LWSD1, as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC
No official beach-advisory feed for Delaware yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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It’s 60°F at Rehoboth Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
Known as the "Nation's Summer Capital," Rehoboth Beach is a charming one-square-mile coastal city in Sussex County, Delaware. Its mile-long boardwalk, clean shoreline, and family-friendly attractions like Funland amusement park and Thrasher's French Fries have drawn visitors since the 1870s. The beach earned a 5-star NRDC water quality rating and swells from 1,500 residents to over 25,000 in peak summer, offering tax-free shopping, diverse dining, and easy access to Cape Henlopen State Park.
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Weather at Rehoboth Beach
58°F, Clear · H 62° / L 56° · 5% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rehoboth Beach?
- Rehoboth Beach is a beach in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
- What is the water temperature at Rehoboth Beach?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Rehoboth Beach in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is 60°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy LWSD1, 5.6 miles away.
- Can you swim at Rehoboth Beach?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Rehoboth Beach rated?
- Rehoboth Beach in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 9003 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Rehoboth Beach, Delaware 19971
🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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