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. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with 8mph SSW winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 14mph.
Fri, Jun 26: 1–1ft, 5s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with 9mph SSW winds.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–2ft, 5s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1ft and poor with glassy conditions. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with 7mph ENE winds.
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 6.65s swell period. Wind is S at 9mph 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 1.3ft SSE primary swell at 7s, a 0.6ft E secondary swell at 6s, a 0.4ft NE tertiary swell at 4s, a 0.7ft S wind swell swell at 2s. 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 3.3s 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.
