92°
Mostly Sunny
10%
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Manatee County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)
4000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
The flagship public beach in the middle of Anna Maria Island — at the foot of the Manatee Avenue bridge from Bradenton, with full-day lifeguard staffing 365 days a year and a free parking lot. The Cafe at the Beach concession is on the sand; the Beach House Waterfront Restaurant next door has been there since the 60s.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
88°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 103. West wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. Heat index values as high as 102. West northwest wind 5 to 8 mph.
Weather
- 92°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
76 /100
great
77 Swim
71 Sunbathe
79 Walk
77 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
92°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
W
Rain
10%
Today
UV Peak
6 High
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
92°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:26 PM
-0.4 ft · in 5.2h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ853)
The TBW office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- FLZ139 Coastal Levy-Coastal Citrus-Coastal Hernando-Coastal Pasco — Cedar Key, Yankeetown, Crystal River, n/a
- FLZ050 Pinellas-Coastal Hillsborough-Coastal Manatee-Coastal Sarasota — Clearwater Beach, Saint Pete Beach, n/a
- FLZ162 Coastal Charlotte-Coastal Lee — Manasota Key, Palm Island, Captiva, Sanibel, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:54 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 8:26 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 9:17 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:45 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 10:03 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:42 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 10:45 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:08 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 9:12 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 3:39 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 11:22 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 10:22 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 4:36 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 11:56 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:29 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:29 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 5:34 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8726520, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
92°
Sunny
10%
74
92°
Sunny
11%
73
93°
Sunny
3%
72
92°
Mostly Sunny
2%
73
92°
Sunny
12%
71
91°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
32
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 92°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free parking lot (with ADA spaces); accessed from 29th, 41st, or 42nd St.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Manatee County public beaches (Manatee Public Beach included). Only Palma Sola Causeway Park (9000 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton) allows pets.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
4000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) today?
Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Manatee County public beaches (Manatee Public Beach included). Only Palma Sola Causeway Park (9000 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton) allows pets.
Is there an entry fee at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
Entry to Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
Amenities at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) include lifeguards (year-round), restrooms, showers, concession, playground, picnic pavilions, volleyball, restaurants.
When is the water warmest at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) located?
Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) is in Manatee County, FL, at 4000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS