Manatee County, FL · Gulf of Mexico

Coquina Beach

2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

The south end of Anna Maria Island — a wide stretch of Gulf beach shaded by mature Australian pines (rare and beloved for the rare-in-Florida shaded parking and picnic areas). Less crowded than Manatee Public Beach to the north, free parking, full lifeguard coverage 365 days.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

88°F water

Full NWS forecast for Today

Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 101. West wind 5 to 8 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 84. Heat index values as high as 101. Northwest wind 5 to 9 mph.

Weather

90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

79 /100

great

80 Swim

75 Sunbathe

81 Walk

79 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.

NOAA station 8726520 · Observed 1.63 ft · Predicted 0.91 ft

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

90°F

Clear

Wind

5 to 8 mph

Rain

10%

Today

UV Peak

6 High

Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~33m

Burn-free before 11 AM & after 06 PM

Tomorrow

90°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

NWS SRF · TBW · Issued Jul 12, 8:21 AM

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

Today Jul 12

90°

Mostly Sunny

10%

Mon Jul 13

90°

Sunny

10%

Tue Jul 14

90°

Sunny

10%

Wed Jul 15

91°

Sunny

Thu Jul 16

90°

Mostly Sunny

Fri Jul 17

90°

Sunny

10%

Sat Jul 18

89°

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

26%

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 90°F - heat risk
recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat

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

Beach Info

Parking

Free lot, closes at midnight; Australian pines provide shaded parking.

Dogs

Pets prohibited at Coquina Beach (Manatee County rules).

Entry Fee

Free

Address

2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217

Amenities

lifeguards (year-round)restroomsshowerspicnic sheltersvolleyballconcession (seasonal)

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Coquina Beach today?

Coquina 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 Coquina Beach dog-friendly?

Pets prohibited at Coquina Beach (Manatee County rules).

Is there an entry fee at Coquina Beach?

Entry to Coquina Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Coquina Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Coquina Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Coquina Beach?

Amenities at Coquina Beach include lifeguards (year-round), restrooms, showers, picnic shelters, volleyball, concession (seasonal).

When is the water warmest at Coquina 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 Coquina Beach located?

Coquina Beach is in Manatee County, FL, at 2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217.