Delaware
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Fenwick for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Fenwick, Delaware. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with calm winds.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with 7mph from the SSW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 14mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with 9mph SSW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with 8mph SSW winds.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with moderate N wind around 7mph.
Fenwick is a mellow beach break located along Delaware's Atlantic coastline, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers. The beach faces eastward and picks up consistent swell during autumn months when Atlantic storms generate quality waves. This relatively quiet stretch provides a relaxed vibe with plenty of space to practice, making it a great escape from more crowded East Coast breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Fenwick is 1ft with a 6.45s swell period. Wind is S at 6mph 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 Fenwick is 1ft, produced by a 1.6ft SE primary swell at 6s, a 0.9ft N secondary swell at 3s, a 0.5ft NE tertiary swell at 4s. 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 Fenwick is Thursday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 1ft waves, a 6.45s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Fenwick 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 Fenwick. 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.
Fenwick is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Fenwick is a mellow beach break located along Delaware's Atlantic coastline, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers. The beach faces eastward and picks up consistent swell during autumn months when Atlantic storms generate quality waves. This relatively quiet stretch provides a relaxed vibe with plenty of space to practice, making it a great escape from more crowded East Coast breaks.
The prime season at Fenwick 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 Fenwick include undertow, occasional strong currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Fenwick 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.
