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Frigid temperatures continue in Cape Region
Ice forms on the railing at the Indian River Inlet. NICK ROTH PHOTOS
February 1, 2026
Although the Cape Region didn’t get the winter storm that was forecast for the weekend, the temperatures continue to plunge the area into a deep freeze.
The bays, ponds, canals and anything else liquid is frozen. The icy Delaware Bay is attracting people to the beach, but without beach chairs and sunscreen.
The Cape May-Lewes Ferry canceled several trips across the bay Feb. 1, due to the harsh conditions.
There is relief in sight, however, as temperatures are expected rise to the mid to high 30s early next week.
The rough waters of the Indian River Inlet have created ice on the railings along the rocks.
The tower at the end of the south jetty at the Indian River Inlet is covered in ice.
A pilot boat heads out into Delaware Bay.
The jetty at Roosevelt Inlet in Lewes is encased by ice.
Ice builds up in the Broadkill River in front of Riverside Park & Marina, Lewes.
The tugboat Northstar Integrity clears a path through the ice as it pulls into the Cape May-Lewes ferry terminal Feb. 2. All ferry departures were canceled Feb. 2, because of the icy conditions.
BILL SHULL PHOTO
A blue heron sits along the Broadkill River in Milton.
A cargo ship passes the Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse.
A Roosevelt Inlet navigational marker is surrounded by ice in Lewes.
The University of Delaware wind turbine towers over an icy Lewes Beach.
A doe peeks out from the brush on Lewes Beach.
The icy conditions in Delaware Bay attract many people to the beach.
A group of comorants hang out on the bank of the Broadkill River.
Ice builds up off Lewes Beach with the East End Lighthouse in the background.
The Wagamons Pond dock is surrounded by ice in Milton.
The icy Delaware Bay is a sight to behold.
A pair of comorants lounge on a log in the Broadkill River.
Is it the Delaware Bay or the frozen tundra?
It’s unlikely anyone will be parking at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminal.
Homes in Wagamons West Shores reflect on the icy pond.
The RV Hugh R. Sharp is docked at the University of Delaware’s dock at Roosevelt Inlet in Lewes.
Water continues pouring over the spillway in Milton.
Baby, it’s cold outside.
Buffleheads are congregating in the cold waters of the Indian River Inlet.
A common goldeneye enjoys a peaceful morning in the Indian River Inlet’s cool water.
