Bethany Beach, DE

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Conditions

Wave

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Sweet spot 2–5 ft

Period

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Sweet spot 8–12 s

Wind

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Tide

Next · Low 05:39 AM

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Bethany Beach, DE

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Day	Best window	Score	Wave	Period	Wind max	Temp

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Fall setup

Season-based baseline. Water temp varies week to week.

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3/2 Fullsuit

Prime season—comfortable and flexible

4/3 Fullsuit

Late fall, especially with north winds

Spot notes

How this break works

Wave type: Beach break with shifting sandbars
Best swell: NE–E
Best wind: W–NW (offshore)
Best tide: Mid tide most consistent

Hazards

· Rip currents
· Summer crowds
· Pier-protected swimmers near boardwalk

Crowd

Low–Medium — family town, less competitive than IRI or OC

Respect the lineup — etiquette.

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