92°
Mostly Sunny
14%
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Pinellas County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Clearwater Beach
10 Pier 60 Dr, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Consistently ranked the #1 beach in America by Tripadvisor — 3 miles of sugar-white sand, calm Gulf water, the Pier 60 sunset celebration nightly, and a walkable beach town with Beach Walk promenade. Family-oriented, well-maintained, and the Tampa Bay region's default beach.
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 105. West wind 6 to 9 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. Heat index values as high as 102. West wind 3 to 8 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 92°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
69 /100
good
69 Swim
64 Sunbathe
76 Walk
76 Fish
76 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
92°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 9 mph
W
Rain
14%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 01 PM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
93°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
5:39 PM
-0.7 ft · in 2.4h
Water Quality
Clean
8 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
8:30 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 3:21 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 9:46 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 5:39 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:56 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 4:24 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 10:44 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 6:27 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:32 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 5:23 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 11:37 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:07 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 6:16 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 12:28 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 7:55 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:39 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 1:18 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 8:35 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:08 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 8:01 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 2:11 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 9:13 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:36 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 8:59 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 3:06 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 9:47 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8726724, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
93°
Sunny
14%
70
93°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
35
94°
Sunny
5%
71
91°
Sunny
3%
75
91°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
39
90°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
34
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very 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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid municipal garages (Pier 60, Beach Walk, North Beach) and metered street parking. Fills early; consider the Clearwater Beach Trolley.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on the main bathing beach. Leashed dogs permitted on the sand from Somerset St to North Beach. Dedicated dog beach at Fort De Soto Paw Playground (south).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
10 Pier 60 Dr, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Clearwater Beach today?
Clearwater 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 Clearwater Beach dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on the main bathing beach. Leashed dogs permitted on the sand from Somerset St to North Beach. Dedicated dog beach at Fort De Soto Paw Playground (south).
Is there an entry fee at Clearwater Beach?
Entry to Clearwater Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Clearwater Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Clearwater Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Clearwater Beach?
Amenities at Clearwater Beach include lifeguards, pier, restaurants, shops, restrooms, showers, promenade.
When is the water warmest at Clearwater Beach?
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 Clearwater Beach located?
Clearwater Beach is in Pinellas County, FL, at 10 Pier 60 Dr, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS