Virginia, United States
Coastal Waters37.42°N, 76.25°WStation UN-VIR-BET

Bethel Beach Sea Water Temperature

A temperate beach on the Coastal Waters, warmest around August at about 26.3°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Bethel Beach water temperature

24.8
76.6°FWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)

Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold.

+0°vs Sep avgCoastal Waters37.42°N, 76.25°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
26°C
79.3°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
—
Daily maximum
Sunrise
—
First morning light
Sunset
—
Golden hour close

7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

Open-Meteo ocean model
Today
WedSep 30
24.8°C
76.6°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
ThuOct 1
25.1°C
77.2°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
FriOct 2
25.2°C
77.4°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
SatOct 3
25.1°C
77.2°F
Waves: 0.6m
Warm
SunOct 4
24.8°C
76.6°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
MonOct 5
24.5°C
76.1°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
TueOct 6
24.4°C
75.9°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Bethel Beach.
Confidence: High

Bethel Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Bethel Beach occurs inJuly, August, September — peaking at26.3°C (79.3°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
6
Jan
5
Feb
8
Mar
12
Apr
18
May
23
Jun
26
Jul
26
Aug
Current
25
Sep
20
Oct
14
Nov
9
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January1.8°C6.1°C8.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February2.3°C4.7°C7.5°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March3.3°C7.6°C13.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April8.5°C12.3°C15.6°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May12.8°C17.7°C22.8°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June17.1°C23°C26.7°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
July22.6°C25.8°C28.6°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
August24.3°C26.3°C28.8°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent21.2°C24.8°C27.8°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
October15.5°C20.1°C23.9°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
November10°C13.9°C17.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
December6.8°C9.2°C12.4°CVery Cold (< 16°C)

Swimming FAQs for Bethel Beach

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Bethel Beach today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Bethel Beach this time of year is 24.8°C (76.6°F) — classified as Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C). Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Bethel Beach?

The highest water temperatures in Bethel Beach typically occur duringJuly, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Bethel Beach in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Bethel Beach average around24.8°C (76.6°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 21.2°C and a maximum of 27.8°C.

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