89°
Sunny
7%
77
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.
Hot — hydrate and seek shade
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 106. Southeast wind 7 to 12 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 84. Heat index values as high as 103. Southeast wind around 12 mph.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
75 /100
great
71 Sunbathe
82 Walk
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
7 to 12 mph
SE
Rain
7%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
8:19 PM
2.2 ft · in 5.1h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
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
6:36 AM
Sunset
8:15 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:16 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:26 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 1:44 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 8:19 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:17 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:25 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 2:44 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:13 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:16 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:23 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 3:42 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 10:05 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:11 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:18 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 4:35 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:54 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:03 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:11 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 5:25 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:42 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:54 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:03 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 6:16 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 6:46 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 7:08 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723214, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Sunny
7%
74
89°
Sunny
6%
77
89°
Mostly Sunny
3%
77
90°
Mostly Sunny
4%
76
91°
Sunny
7%
73
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
44
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 7 to 12 mph wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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