Assateague Island, MD/VA
Sunrise to Sunset
435 miles
35
°F
3
10
mph
45
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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About This Beach
Assateague Island beach is a naturally beautiful, expansive beach known for its wild horses, which can be seen on the drive in or while exploring. It features a mix of calm and more active surf zones, making it enjoyable for families and those seeking waves. The beach is generally clean with readily available restrooms and some showers although the facilities are basic, with close parking a key positive aspect. However, crowds do build throughout the day, particularly on weekends and holidays.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 34° | 3 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 35° | 3 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 36° | 2 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 35° | 1 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 33° | 0 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 34° | 0 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 35° | 0 | 13 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 44°F | 1.6 ft | 7s | ↘ SE | -3.5 ft |
| 14:00 | 44°F | 1.6 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -3.1 ft |
| 15:00 | 45°F | 1.7 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -2.6 ft |
| 16:00 | 45°F | 1.7 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -1.8 ft |
| 17:00 | 45°F | 1.8 ft | 6s | ↘ SE | -1.5 ft |
| 18:00 | 45°F | 2 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -1.8 ft |
| 19:00 | 45°F | 2.1 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | -2.3 ft |