87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
35
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
Mixed conditions today.
Thunderstorms · 84°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87. Heat index values as high as 101. East wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 83. East wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 31% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
35 /100
ok
28 Swim
53 Sunbathe
25 Walk
31 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
12 mph
E
Rain
31%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:37 PM
3.5 ft · in 20m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
9s · ENE swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:03 AM
Sunset
7:32 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:58 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:03 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 1:14 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 7:37 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:47 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:55 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 2:06 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 8:22 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:31 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:44 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 2:53 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:05 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:14 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:30 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 3:39 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:47 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:54 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:15 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 4:23 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:27 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:35 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:00 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 5:08 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:08 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:17 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:44 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 5:55 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 11:49 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8722670, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
25
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
56%
23
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
13
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
66%
17
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
27
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
66%
16
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 31% rain chance
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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