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Mobile County, AL · Gulf of Mexico
Dauphin Island Public Beach
1011 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
A 14-mile barrier island at the mouth of Mobile Bay — Civil War-era Fort Gaines, the Estuarium, and the quieter Alabama Gulf alternative. The west end is private/residential; the public beach and Audubon Bird Sanctuary are at the east end. Migratory bird hot-spot in spring and fall.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
88°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 88. East wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 81. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
76 /100
great
78 Swim
77 Sunbathe
84 Walk
70 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:46 PM
0.4 ft · in 1.5h
Barometer
30.15 inHg
1021 hPa · buoy 42012
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ650)
The MOB 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.
- ALZ265 Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal — Dauphin Island, Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, n/a
- FLZ202 Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal — Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze, Navarre Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
7:06 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:52 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 8:46 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:05 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 9:21 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:49 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 3:17 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 12:36 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 6:11 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 11:38 PM | High | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:01 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:34 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:03 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:08 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:31 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:48 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 12:39 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8735180, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
69%
16
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms
83%
13
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
73%
15
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
26
87°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
39
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
31
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°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
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
ParkMobile required at the public beach: $10.35/day April 1 – Sept 30 (8 AM–7 PM); $5.35/day Oct 1 – March 31 (8 AM–5 PM). Annual public pass $150. Fort Gaines paid separately.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most beaches; prohibited at West End Beach. Clean up required.
Entry Fee
$10.35/day in season (Apr–Sep), $5.35/day off-season.
Address
1011 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Dauphin Island Public Beach today?
Dauphin Island Public 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 Dauphin Island Public Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most beaches; prohibited at West End Beach. Clean up required.
Is there an entry fee at Dauphin Island Public Beach?
$10.35/day in season (Apr–Sep), $5.35/day off-season.
Are there lifeguards at Dauphin Island Public Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Dauphin Island Public Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Dauphin Island Public Beach?
Amenities at Dauphin Island Public Beach include restrooms, showers, restaurants in village, historic fort, bird sanctuary.
When is the water warmest at Dauphin Island Public 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 Dauphin Island Public Beach located?
Dauphin Island Public Beach is in Mobile County, AL, at 1011 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528.
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