94°
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
10
Duval County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic Beach
200 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
The northernmost of the three Jacksonville beach towns — bordered by the Mayport Naval Station and Hanna Park on the north end (where the surf is bigger and the beach quieter). Residential, walkable to Beaches Town Center, and Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park has dunes, a 60-acre freshwater lake, and 20+ miles of trails.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 63% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
Showers and thunderstorms likely after noon. Partly sunny. High near 94, with temperatures falling to around 91 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 109. Southwest wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. Heat index values as high as 100. Southwest wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 94°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 63% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — heat advisory issued july 12 at 12:12am edt until july 12 at 7:00pm edt by nws jacksonville fl
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0 Swim
14 Sunbathe
0 Walk
18 Photo
Best for photography today
Weather alert in effect
Heat Advisory issued July 12 at 12:12AM EDT until July 12 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Atmosphere
Air Temp
94°F
Clear
Wind
9 to 13 mph
SW
Rain
63%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:49 PM
5.4 ft · in 4.6h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
E swell
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
4 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (FLZ125)
The JAX 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.
- FLZ124 Nassau-Duval-Flagler-St. Johns — Yulee, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville Beach, n/a
- GAZ154 Glynn-Camden — Brunswick, St. Simons, Country Club Estates, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:32 AM
Sunset
8:29 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:59 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 7:11 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 12:55 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 7:49 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:11 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 1:53 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 8:46 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:49 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:10 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 2:50 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 9:41 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:41 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 10:06 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 3:44 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 10:33 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 11:00 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 4:39 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 11:22 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:20 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 11:52 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 5:34 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 6:10 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 12:44 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 6:31 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8720218, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
14
91°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
58%
19
93°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
35
93°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
38
93°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
36
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
36
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 9 to 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 63% chance of rain
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 94°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking; paid lot at Hanna Park ($5/vehicle, $3 pedestrian).
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed (max 12 ft) year-round; in-water off-leash with owner permitted.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
200 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Atlantic Beach today?
Atlantic Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Atlantic Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed (max 12 ft) year-round; in-water off-leash with owner permitted.
Is there an entry fee at Atlantic Beach?
Entry to Atlantic Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Atlantic Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Atlantic Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Atlantic Beach?
Amenities at Atlantic Beach include restrooms, restaurants nearby, Hanna Park (camping, trails) nearby.
When is the water warmest at Atlantic Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Atlantic Beach located?
Atlantic Beach is in Duval County, FL, at 200 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS