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.

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Skip the beach today.

Thunderstorms · 46% rain · 87°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 90, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 101. West wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. Northeast wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Weather

  • 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
  • 46% rain — rain likely at some point

Water

  • 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

  • Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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21 Swim
42 Sunbathe
13 Walk
14 Fish
27 Photo

Best for sunbathing today

Air Temp
90°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind
6 mph
W
Rain
46%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
1.3 ft
5s · NNE swell
Barometer
29.90 inHg
1013 hPa · buoy 42022
Sunrise
7:13 AM
Sunset
7:43 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
4:39 AM Low 1.3 ft
10:57 AM High 3.5 ft
5:44 PM Low 0.3 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8726724, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Sep 9
90°

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

46%
26
Thu Sep 10
90°

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

34%
32
Fri Sep 11
90°

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

64%
17
Sat Sep 12
90°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

65%
16
Sun Sep 13
89°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

60%
21
Mon Sep 14
90°

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

54%
22
Tue Sep 15
90°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

60%
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  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 46% rain chance
  • critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Major
11:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Minor
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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

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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.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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