Rehoboth Beach, DE Fishing Trip — May
Your Rehoboth Beach, DE Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 58°F7.2" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentMahi Mahi
Various
ExcellentBluefish
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
ExcellentTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
ExcellentTuna
Trolling · Chunking
ExcellentFlounder
Various
GoodWeakfish
Various
May Weather in Rehoboth Beach
71°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
7.2"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
9 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Rehoboth Beach
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Delaware Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$8.50
Non-Resident$20
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Separate freshwater and saltwater licenses.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit
A free Striped Bass Harvest Card is required to possess striped bass. Check for seasonal closures and gear restrictions.
Mahi Mahi
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession limit of 18 mahi per vessel.
Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Recreational bag limits may be adjusted during the season based on federal regulations.
Black Sea Bass
Season:May 15 - December 31
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:13-inch minimum
Check for any in-season changes to regulations.