87°
Mostly Sunny
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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.
87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Southeast wind around 15 mph.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
77 /100
great
73 Sunbathe
83 Walk
66 Fish
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
15 mph
SE
Rain
4%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
7:29 PM
0.6 ft · in 12m
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:37 AM
Sunset
7:10 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:03 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 7:29 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:20 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 6:56 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:41 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 5:13 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 1:01 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 6:41 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 10:47 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:37 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 2:58 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 6:25 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 10:59 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:42 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:30 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:46 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:08 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8741533, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
61%
26
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms
82%
16
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
71%
20
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
35
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
44
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
40
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
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
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
10:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Minor
6:00 PM - 7:00 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