70°
Partly Sunny
0%
78
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
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 70, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. North wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 50. North wind around 10 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
78 /100
great
75 Sunbathe
82 Walk
74 Fish
80 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
70°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
22 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Mississippi Gulf Coast
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
68°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
7:38 PM
1.7 ft · in 1.1h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
4s · ENE swell
Barometer
30.06 inHg
1018 hPa · buoy 42012
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:15 AM
Sunset
5:04 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:24 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:38 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:57 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:12 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:31 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:48 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:09 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:24 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:53 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:02 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:49 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:41 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:01 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:23 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8741533, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
78
71°
Sunny
0%
81
72°
Partly Sunny
5%
81
72°
Partly Sunny
9%
75
65°
Sunny
0%
66
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
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
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
3:30 PM - 4:30 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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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS