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Lewes, DE Daily Water Report — August 22, 2026

Today's conditions in Lewes, DE are a mixed bag, with boating and diving leading the pack as the best bets, both scoring a solid 7.6 out of 10. If you're planning to hit the water, the morning and late afternoon offer the most favorable windows. Expect light winds from the ENE at 6 knots, with gusts picking up to 14.6 knots by late evening. The sea surface temperature is a comfortable 25.5°C, slightly warmer than average, which should make for a pleasant outing. The tides today are moderately dramatic, with a morning high of 0.98 meters at 04:52, dipping to 0.34 meters by 10:37. The afternoon high tide peaks at a more substantial 1.32 meters at 17:25, which could stir up some action for anglers aligning with the solunar major period from 18:11 to 20:11. Fishing scores a middling 5.6, so timing your cast around these tides might be crucial. Rain could dampen spirits between 06:00 and 18:00, though it's not expected to be more than a light 0.3 mm sprinkle. Visibility is somewhat limited at 7.7 kilometers, so keep an eye out if you're navigating. The chlorophyll levels are very high at 5.85 mg/m3, indicating bloom conditions that might attract some marine life, although this doesn't directly translate to fishing success. Looking ahead, conditions are set to improve with lower chances of rain and calmer seas through the weekend. Sunday, in particular, promises clear skies and gentle breezes, making it an ideal day for any water-based activity you have in mind. In short, if you're up for a paddle or a dive today, get out there before the evening winds pick up. Otherwise, consider waiting for the weekend for smoother and sunnier adventures.