83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
75
Broward County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Fort Lauderdale Beach
1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
A 7-mile stretch of South Florida beach with the central beachfront Promenade redesigned in the 1980s into the wave-shaped wall that everyone photographs. Bars, restaurants, hotels along A1A. Spring break's historic capital, now more polished. Water is the unmistakable South Florida turquoise.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of rain showers after 5pm. Sunny, with a high near 83. Northeast wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. North wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
Water
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
75 /100
great
73 Sunbathe
78 Walk
77 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.8 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
NE
Rain
17%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
36 Good
Ozone · Broward County
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
7:22 PM
2.6 ft · in 49m
Wave Height
3.6 ft
12s · ENE swell
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 9mo ago: above threshold
USGS · not a current condition
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ651)
The MFL 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.
- FLZ168 Coastal Palm Beach — Palm Beach n/a
- FLZ172 Coastal Broward — Fort Lauderdale n/a
- FLZ173 Coastal Miami-Dade — Miami n/a
- FLZ069 Coastal Collier — Naples and Marco Island n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
5:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:14 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 1:20 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 7:22 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:39 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:59 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 2:03 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:05 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:21 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:42 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 2:44 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:46 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:23 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 3:22 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:26 PM | High | 2.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:38 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:04 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 4:00 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 10:06 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:17 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:46 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 4:40 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 10:46 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:57 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:29 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 5:23 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 11:29 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723214, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Mostly Sunny
11%
83
82°
Mostly Sunny
5%
84
81°
Mostly Sunny
7%
81
82°
Partly Sunny
10%
84
82°
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
31%
69
77°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
42
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid municipal lots and metered street parking. Hotels and restaurants validate.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on most of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Designated Canine Beach (lifeguard tower 16 to 100 yds north of Sunrise Blvd) operates Fri–Sun 3 PM–7/9 PM with paid permit ($7 weekend; $30 resident / $45 non-resident annual).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Fort Lauderdale Beach today?
Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on most of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Designated Canine Beach (lifeguard tower 16 to 100 yds north of Sunrise Blvd) operates Fri–Sun 3 PM–7/9 PM with paid permit ($7 weekend; $30 resident / $45 non-resident annual).
Is there an entry fee at Fort Lauderdale Beach?
Entry to Fort Lauderdale Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Fort Lauderdale Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Fort Lauderdale Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Fort Lauderdale Beach?
Amenities at Fort Lauderdale Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, bars, promenade.
When is the water warmest at Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Beach located?
Fort Lauderdale Beach is in Broward County, FL, at 1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS