79°
Sunny
1%
63
Brevard County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Cape Canaveral Beach
400 E Jetty Rd, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
Just north of Cocoa Beach near Port Canaveral — quieter, more residential, and the closest public beach for rocket-launch viewing. Jetty Park at the inlet has fishing, a campground, and front-row launch views.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 78°F water · 79°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 79. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 70. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 79°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued november 6 at 11:56pm est until november 9 at 2:00am est by nws melbourne fl
63 /100
good
55 Swim
79 Sunbathe
85 Walk
44 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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.
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued November 6 at 11:56PM EST until November 9 at 2:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Beaches of Volusia, Indian River, Saint Lucie, Martin, and Brevard Counties. * WHEN...Through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
79°F
Clear
Wind
10 to 15 mph
N
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
36 Good
Ozone · Melbourne
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.0 ft
11s · E swell
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 5mo ago: clean
USGS · not a current condition
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (FLZ747)
The MLB 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.
- FLZ141 Coastal Volusia-Mainland Northern Brevard — Northern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ154 Coastal Indian River-Mainland Southern Brevard — Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ159 Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Fort Pierce Inlet, Jensen Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:38 AM
Sunset
5:33 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:06 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 12:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:15 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:16 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:48 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 1:08 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:57 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:27 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 1:48 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:36 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:33 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:05 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 2:26 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 8:14 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:09 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:42 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 3:04 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 8:53 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:21 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:45 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 9:33 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:26 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:02 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 4:31 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 10:16 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
1%
83
79°
Sunny
3%
83
79°
Mostly Sunny
8%
81
79°
Partly Sunny
12%
80
78°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
74
74°
Chance Rain Showers
29%
65
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Minor
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Jetty Park: $15/vehicle day pass ($12 military). Cherie Down Park: free public access.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Cape Canaveral beaches. Permitted leashed only in designated Jetty Park campground sites.
Entry Fee
$15/vehicle day pass at Jetty Park ($12 military). Cherie Down Park free.
Address
400 E Jetty Rd, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cape Canaveral Beach today?
Cape Canaveral 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. 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 Cape Canaveral Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Cape Canaveral beaches. Permitted leashed only in designated Jetty Park campground sites.
Is there an entry fee at Cape Canaveral Beach?
$15/vehicle day pass at Jetty Park ($12 military). Cherie Down Park free.
Are there lifeguards at Cape Canaveral Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Cape Canaveral Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Cape Canaveral Beach?
Amenities at Cape Canaveral Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, campground (Jetty Park), fishing pier.
When is the water warmest at Cape Canaveral 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 Cape Canaveral Beach located?
Cape Canaveral Beach is in Brevard County, FL, at 400 E Jetty Rd, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS