83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
24%
72
Palm Beach County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Delray Beach
340 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33483
A 2-mile-long public beach at the heart of one of Florida's most walkable beach towns — Atlantic Avenue runs from the beach into a downtown of restaurants and galleries. Wide sand, clean water, gentle surf. The default South Florida polished-but-not-snobby beach town.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
84°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of rain showers after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. North wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 24% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
72 /100
great
73 Swim
68 Sunbathe
73 Walk
76 Photo
Best for photography 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 mph
E
Rain
24%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
41 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · West Palm Beach
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.6 ft
12s · ENE swell
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 10mo ago: clean
USGS · not a current condition
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
5:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:22 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 12:33 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:29 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:37 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:04 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 1:16 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 7:08 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:16 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:43 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 1:56 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 7:47 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:53 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:22 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 2:34 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:25 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:31 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:02 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 3:13 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:05 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:09 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:42 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 3:53 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:45 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 10:24 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 4:37 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:29 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8722670, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
2%
86
81°
Mostly Sunny
5%
85
81°
Mostly Sunny
6%
83
81°
Partly Sunny
10%
86
81°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
32%
73
76°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
38
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 84°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street parking on A1A and paid municipal lots near Atlantic Ave. Free lot at Anchor Park to the south.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
340 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33483
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Delray Beach today?
Delray 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 Delray Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Delray Beach?
Entry to Delray Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Delray Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Delray Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Delray Beach?
Amenities at Delray Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby, shops nearby.
When is the water warmest at Delray Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Delray Beach located?
Delray Beach is in Palm Beach County, FL, at 340 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33483.
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