Water Temperature of Delaware Bay in Lewes, DE
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Friday, October 31, 2025, 11:06 AM EDT
Today's Tides
 High: October 31, 4:31 AM, 3.62 ft
Low: October 31, 10:20 AM, 0.92 ft
 High: October 31, 4:52 PM, 4.33 ft
Low: October 31, 11:05 PM, 0.64 ft
Temperature Locations
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Local Points of Interest
Breakwater Harbor; Lewes Beach; Cape Henlopen State ParkSponsored Content
Station Name: Lewes								
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents				
Elevation Above Sea Level: 10 feet / 3 meters
Sensor Depth: -7.9 feet / -2.4 meters
Nearest Address:
				41 Cape Henlopen Dr
					Lewes, DE 19958
				Sussex County
GPS Coordinates: 38.781700, -75.120003
Nearby Water Temperatures
Broadkill River, Milton, DE (7.1 mi)Indian River Bay, Millsboro, DE (10.9 mi)
Cape May Canal, North Cape May, NJ (15.5 mi)
Millsboro Pond, Millsboro, DE (15.9 mi)
Beaverdam Branch, Houston, DE (22.8 mi)
Murderkill River, Frederica, DE (24.1 mi)
Ocean City Inlet, Ocean City, MD (31.4 mi)
St. Jones River, Dover, DE (34.0 mi)
Delaware Bay, Greenwich, NJ (38.7 mi)
Choptank River, Cambridge, MD (52.8 mi)
Appoquinimink River, Odessa, DE (54.2 mi)
Atlantic Ocean, Atlantic City, NJ (54.7 mi)
Silver Lake Tributary, Townsend, DE (54.9 mi)
Delaware River, Middletown, DE (55.2 mi)
Chesapeake & Delaware Canal, Port Penn, DE (58.9 mi)
Weather for Lewes, Delaware
Current Weather

Humidity: 47%
Feels Like: 51.7°F
Wind: W 28.9 mph
Wind Gusts: 36.4 mph
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 0%
Visibility: 9 mi
UV Index: 1.6
Five Day Weather Forecast

Fri
H: 60°F
L: 50°F

Sat
H: 60°F
L: 48°F

Sun
H: 60°F
L: 51°F

Mon
H: 61°F
L: 56°F

Tue
H: 65°F
L: 53°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.42 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.82 μg/m3
Ozone: 82 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:44 AM
Sunset: 6:01 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 34 mins
Moon Transit: 8:55 PM
Moonset: 1:30 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 74.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
10:05 AM - 12:35 AM8:25 PM - 10:55 PM
Minor Periods
2:52 PM - 4:22 PM1:00 AM - 2:30 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 30 at 11:56PM EDT until October 31 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Thu October 30, 2025, 11:56 PM
Expires: Fri October 31, 2025, 8:00 AM
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coastal flood advisory is primarily confined to the back bays of Rehoboth Bay, Indian River Bay Inlet, Jefferson Creek, and Little Assawoman Bay through Friday morning's high tide cycle.
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 31 at 7:26AM EDT until October 31 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Fri October 31, 2025, 7:26 AM
Expires: Fri October 31, 2025, 10:00 AM
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In Delaware, Inland Sussex and Delaware Beaches. In New Jersey, Ocean and Coastal Ocean. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coastal flood advisory is primarily confined to the back bays of Barnegat Bay, Rehoboth Bay, Indian River Bay Inlet, Jefferson Creek, and Little Assawoman Bay through the morning high tide cycle this morning.
A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.
Wind Advisory issued October 31 at 2:54AM EDT until November 1 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Fri October 31, 2025, 2:54 AM
Expires: Fri October 31, 2025, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, northern, and southern Delaware, central, northern, northwest, and southern New Jersey, and east central, northeast, and southeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to midnight EDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects, including any holiday decorations.
Wind Advisory issued October 31 at 2:54AM EDT until November 1 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Effective: Fri October 31, 2025, 2:54 AM
Expires: Fri October 31, 2025, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Monmouth, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic, and Coastal Ocean Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to midnight EDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects, including any holiday decorations.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 31 at 5:07AM EDT until October 31 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Effective: Fri October 31, 2025, 5:07 AM
Expires: Fri October 31, 2025, 1:00 PM
* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Dorchester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon. * 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.
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 54.8°F
Average Humidity: 70%
Wind: 28.9 mph
UV Index: 0.7
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.59 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.11 μg/m3
Ozone: 72.04 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:44 AM
Sunset: 6:01 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 34 mins
Moon Transit: 8:55 PM
Moonset: 1:30 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 74.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
10:05 AM - 12:35 AM8:25 PM - 10:55 PM
Minor Periods
2:52 PM - 4:22 PM1:00 AM - 2:30 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 53.9°F
Average Humidity: 60%
Wind: 22.6 mph
UV Index: 0.7
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.33 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.24 μg/m3
Ozone: 75.84 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:44 AM
Sunset: 6:00 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 32 mins
Moon Transit: 9:42 PM
Moonset: 2:40 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 83.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
10:52 AM - 1:22 PM9:12 PM - 11:42 PM
Minor Periods
3:17 PM - 4:47 PM2:10 AM - 3:40 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 54.2°F
Average Humidity: 64%
Wind: 8.7 mph
UV Index: 0
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 12.51 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.02 μg/m3
Ozone: 50.46 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:44 AM
Sunset: 5:59 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 30 mins
Moon Transit: 12:31 AM
Moonset: 3:50 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 90.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:01 AM - 2:31 PM12:01 AM - 2:31 PM
Minor Periods
3:42 PM - 5:12 PM3:20 AM - 4:50 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 58.8°F
Average Humidity: 75%
Wind: 10.7 mph
UV Index: 4
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 0 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0 μg/m3
Ozone: 0 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:44 AM
Sunset: 5:58 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 28 mins
Moon Transit: 11:22 PM
Moonset: 5:03 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 96.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Minor Periods
4:09 PM - 5:39 PM4:33 AM - 6:03 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 61.6°F
Average Humidity: 81%
Wind: 26.4 mph
UV Index: 4
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 0 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0 μg/m3
Ozone: 0 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:44 AM
Sunset: 5:57 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 26 mins
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 6:20 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:23 PM - 3:53 PM
Minor Periods
4:39 PM - 6:09 PM5:50 AM - 7:20 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
