75°
Mostly Sunny
0%
68
Duval County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Jacksonville Beach
503 N 1st St, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
The most-developed beach east of Jacksonville — wide hard-packed sand, the Jacksonville Beach Pier, the SeaWalk Pavilion with summer events, and beachfront restaurants and bars on Beach Boulevard. Surfable, but crowded on weekends.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 76°F water · 75°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. North wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Northeast wind 3 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 75°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued november 7 at 12:56pm est until november 9 at 7:00am est by nws jacksonville fl
68 /100
good
55 Swim
80 Sunbathe
85 Walk
45 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued November 7 at 12:56PM EST until November 9 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Northeast Florida Beaches. * WHEN...Through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
75°F
Clear
Wind
9 to 13 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
44 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Jacksonville
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
75°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:11 PM
5.0 ft · in 38m
Wave Height
3.0 ft
11s · E swell
Barometer
29.93 inHg
1014 hPa · buoy 41008
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 7w ago: elevated
USGS · not a current condition
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ452)
The JAX 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.
- FLZ124 Nassau-Duval-Flagler-St. Johns — Yulee, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville Beach, n/a
- GAZ154 Glynn-Camden — Brunswick, St. Simons, Country Club Estates, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:44 AM
Sunset
5:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:59 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 12:54 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:43 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 1:39 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 7:53 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:36 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:23 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 2:21 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:33 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:13 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 9:02 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 3:02 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:12 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:49 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:40 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 3:41 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:51 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:24 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 10:18 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 4:22 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:30 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:57 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 5:04 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 11:10 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8720218, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
75°
Mostly Sunny
1%
82
76°
Sunny
0%
86
76°
Sunny
1%
86
75°
Partly Sunny
3%
85
72°
Chance Rain Showers
29%
64
66°
Partly Sunny
14%
64
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 9 to 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
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
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Minor
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid municipal lots and metered street parking near the pier and SeaWalk.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 5 PM, April 1 – September 30. Leashed access at other hours.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
503 N 1st St, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Jacksonville Beach today?
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 5 PM, April 1 – September 30. Leashed access at other hours.
Is there an entry fee at Jacksonville Beach?
Entry to Jacksonville Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Jacksonville Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Jacksonville Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Jacksonville Beach?
Amenities at Jacksonville Beach include lifeguards, pier, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, pavilion.
When is the water warmest at Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville Beach located?
Jacksonville Beach is in Duval County, FL, at 503 N 1st St, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS