88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
68%
17
Harrison County, MS · Gulf of Mexico
Gulfport Beach
Beach Blvd (US-90), Gulfport, MS 39501
The wider, less developed half of the Mississippi Gulf Coast public beach — Jones Park downtown, the Mississippi Aquarium near the harbor, and the ferry to Ship Island (one of Mississippi's undeveloped barrier islands). Less casino-density than Biloxi.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
68% rain · Thunderstorms · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny. High near 88, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 78, with temperatures rising to around 80 overnight. West wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 68% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
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21 Sunbathe
0 Walk
4 Fish
21 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 15 mph
SW
Rain
68%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 10 AM–02 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
7:49 PM
-0.5 ft · in 4.6h
Water Quality
Above threshold
813 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:02 AM
Sunset
9:00 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:01 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 7:49 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:07 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 8:36 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:04 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 9:22 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:54 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 9:59 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:38 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:03 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 9:46 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:45 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 9:26 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8741533, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
82%
15
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
74%
17
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
39
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
48
93°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
44
93°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
41
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 68% chance of rain
- 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
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lots along US-90.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the public sand beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Beach Blvd (US-90), Gulfport, MS 39501
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Gulfport Beach today?
Gulfport 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 Gulfport Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the public sand beach.
Is there an entry fee at Gulfport Beach?
Entry to Gulfport Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Gulfport Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Gulfport Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Gulfport Beach?
Amenities at Gulfport Beach include restrooms, aquarium nearby, ferry to Ship Island, restaurants.
When is the water warmest at Gulfport 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 Gulfport Beach located?
Gulfport Beach is in Harrison County, MS, at Beach Blvd (US-90), Gulfport, MS 39501.
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