88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
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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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 47% rain · 87°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Southwest wind 5 to 15 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 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 4am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 80. West wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 47% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
16 /100
skip
11 Swim
37 Sunbathe
12 Walk
10 Fish
26 Photo
Best for sunbathing 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
88°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 15 mph
SW
Rain
47%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:39 PM
-0.5 ft · in 5.4h
Barometer
30.15 inHg
1021 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
31 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
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
6:59 AM
Sunset
8:56 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:46 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 8:39 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:41 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 9:41 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:37 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:37 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:31 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:24 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:23 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:09 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:18 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 1:36 PM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 11:13 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8735180, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms
79%
12
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms
76%
12
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
62%
19
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
38
92°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
36
92°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
34
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 47% rain chance
- 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
10:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Minor
7:20 PM - 8:20 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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