Delaware
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.
Sun, May 10: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor - fair conditions with gentle SSE breeze.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor - Fair. Afternoon is the play — morning is only poor at 2-3ft. The breeze eases and things smooth out to poor - fair by PM.
Tue, May 12: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Poor - Fair. First light looks cleanest — 2-3ft on E swell at 8s with gentle WSW breeze. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 9mph from the E and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 4s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor - fair conditions with 11mph S winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 19mph.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 6s period, rated Fair. Consistent 2-3ft surf through the day on SE swell at 6s with 12mph WNW winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 17mph.
6s period — conditions are improving beyond your forecast
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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 2-3ft with a 8.15s swell period. Wind is SSE at 12mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Fenwick is 2-3ft, produced by a 0.3ft ESE primary swell at 13s, a 3ft SE wind swell swell at 8s. 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 7 AM to 10 AM with 3ft waves, a 5.55s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
