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Weather Alert

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds around 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
very rough waters.

* WHERE...Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to
Slaughter Beach DE.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

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Weather Alert

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.

* WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 PM EDT this evening.

* 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

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Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Murderkill River at Bowers Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.6 ft, Moderate 7.6 ft, Major 8.6 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.9 ft, Moderate 1.9 ft, Major 2.9 ft

Total      Total    Departure
Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
16/05 AM     5.6       -0.1        1.1       None
16/06 PM     7.1        1.4        1.0      Minor
17/07 AM     5.9        0.2        1.2       None
17/07 PM     6.8        1.1        0.7      Minor
18/08 AM     5.6       -0.1        0.6       None
18/08 PM     6.8        1.1        0.6      Minor

Delaware Bay at Lewes
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

Total      Total    Departure
Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
16/05 AM     4.8        0.2        1.2       None
16/05 PM     6.5        1.8        1.6      Minor
17/06 AM     5.0        0.3        1.2       None
17/06 PM     5.9        1.2        1.0       None
18/07 AM     4.7        0.0        0.7       None
18/07 PM     5.6        1.0        0.7       None

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Latest Weather

Weather

Midday Weather Forecast Update, September 16th, 2025

Meteorologist Chris Mastrobuono has the latest on a coastal storm bringing periods of rain, isolated thunderstorms and wind gust to 50 MPH at the coast, coastal flooding during high tide cycle will be an issue, dangerous surf with waves up to 11 feet.

Coastal low brings heavy rain, strong winds and dangerous surf to Delmarva

  • Meteorologist

    Chris Mastrobuono is a South Philly native, but has come to join the CoastTV meteorology team. With over three years of experience delivering accurate, passionate and insightful weather analysis, he is eager to report on the coast. Previously, he spent over two years as a morning meteorologist at WEVV CBS/FOX in Evansville, Indiana. 

DELMARVA -- We are feeling the effects of a coastal low moving north from the Carolinas, with rain, strong winds and hazardous surf expected through midweek.

Scattered showers and downpours have moved across the region throughout the day, with on-and-off rainfall, brief heavy downpours and isolated thunderstorms expected through the evening. Temperatures are holding steady in the upper 60s to around 70 degrees. Northeast winds will continue to gust between 40 and 50 mph, mainly at the coast, before easing overnight.

Coastal Flood Advisories are in effect through the evening for the DE coast, through Maryland and Virginia. Up to a foot and a half of inundation is possible during the high tide cycle. 

Beach conditions remain dangerous, with a HIGH rip current risk, waves between 5 and 10 feet, and the potential for beach erosion. Overnight lows will settle in the mid-60s, with scattered showers and drizzle persisting.

The coastal low will be positioned near the Virginia coast Wednesday morning before drifting northeastward and weakening into an open trough by Thursday. Even as it loses strength, scattered to numerous showers and a few embedded thunderstorms are expected across Delmarva on Wednesday. Highs will reach the upper 60s to lower 70s with widespread cloud cover keeping overnight temperatures in the low to mid-60s.

Rainfall totals through Thursday morning will be on the order of 1 to 2 inches with some locally higher amounts up to 3 inches. 

By Thursday, breaks in the clouds and a reduction in showers are expected, allowing temperatures to warm into the upper 70s to near 80 degrees. Lows Thursday night will drop into the mid-50s to lower 60s.

A dry cold front will move through Friday, ushering in a stretch of quieter weather. Highs Friday are forecast in the low to mid-80s, followed by cooler, more comfortable conditions over the weekend. Friday in undeniably the pick of the week! The weekend will be quiet nice as well. Highs Saturday and Sunday will be in the low to mid-70s with lows in the low to mid-50s.

Looking ahead, Delmarva can expect partly to mostly clear skies and dry conditions through at least Monday, with highs remaining below 80 degrees.

Milton, DE

Right Now
68°
  • Humidity: 73%
  • Feels Like: 68°
  • Heat Index: 68°
  • Wind: 21 mph
  • Wind Chill: 67°
  • UV Index: 0 Low
  • Sunrise: 06:43:42 AM
  • Sunset: 07:07:27 PM
  • Dew Point: 59°
  • Visibility: 10 mi

Today

Windy with thunderstorms likely early, then mainly cloudy overnight with light rain possible. Low near 65F. Winds ENE at 20 to 30 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.

Tonight

Windy with thunderstorms likely early, then mainly cloudy overnight with light rain possible. Low near 65F. Winds ENE at 20 to 30 mph. Chance of rain 100%. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph.

Tomorrow

Showers in the morning, then cloudy in the afternoon. High 74F. Winds ESE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

Weather Alert

...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds around 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and
very rough waters.

* WHERE...Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to
Slaughter Beach DE.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

Weather Alert

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 9 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.

* WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex.

* WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 PM EDT this evening.

* 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.

Murderkill River at Bowers Beach
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.6 ft, Moderate 7.6 ft, Major 8.6 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 0.9 ft, Moderate 1.9 ft, Major 2.9 ft

Total      Total    Departure
Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
16/05 AM     5.6       -0.1        1.1       None
16/06 PM     7.1        1.4        1.0      Minor
17/07 AM     5.9        0.2        1.2       None
17/07 PM     6.8        1.1        0.7      Minor
18/08 AM     5.6       -0.1        0.6       None
18/08 PM     6.8        1.1        0.6      Minor

Delaware Bay at Lewes
MLLW Categories - Minor 6.0 ft, Moderate 7.0 ft, Major 8.0 ft
MHHW Categories - Minor 1.3 ft, Moderate 2.3 ft, Major 3.3 ft

Total      Total    Departure
Day/Time    Tide       Tide     from Norm   Flood
ft MLLW    ft MHHW       ft      Impact
--------  ---------  ---------  ---------  --------
16/05 AM     4.8        0.2        1.2       None
16/05 PM     6.5        1.8        1.6      Minor
17/06 AM     5.0        0.3        1.2       None
17/06 PM     5.9        1.2        1.0       None
18/07 AM     4.7        0.0        0.7       None
18/07 PM     5.6        1.0        0.7       None

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